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2 Chronicles 7:16

2 Chronicles 7:16
For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be there for ever: and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Chronicles 7:12-22

That God accepted Solomon's prayer appeared by the fire from heaven. But a prayer may be accepted and yet not answered…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

sanctified R.V. hallowed (as 1Ki 9:3). for ever Cp. 2Ch 30:8.