2 Chronicles 6:12 akjv — And he stood before the altar of the LORD in the presence of all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands…

American King James Version

"And he stood before the altar of the LORD in the presence of all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands: "

— 2 Chronicles 6:12, American King James Version

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2 Chronicles 6 — Context

9

Notwithstanding you shall not build the house; but your son which shall come forth out of your loins, he shall build the house for my name.

10

The LORD therefore has performed his word that he has spoken: for I am risen up in the room of David my father, and am set on the throne of Israel, as the LORD promised, and have built the house for the name of the LORD God of Israel.

11

And in it have I put the ark, wherein is the covenant of the LORD, that he made with the children of Israel. ¶

12

And he stood before the altar of the LORD in the presence of all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands:

13

For Solomon had made a brazen scaffold of five cubits long, and five cubits broad, and three cubits high, and had set it in the middle of the court: and on it he stood, and kneeled down on his knees before all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands toward heaven.

14

And said, O LORD God of Israel, there is no God like you in the heaven, nor in the earth; which keep covenant, and show mercy to your servants, that walk before you with all their hearts:

15

You which have kept with your servant David my father that which you have promised him; and spoke with your mouth, and have fulfilled it with your hand, as it is this day.

2 Chronicles 6:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 6:12 say?
2 Chronicles 6:12 in the American King James Version reads: “And he stood before the altar of the LORD in the presence of all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands: ”
Where is 2 Chronicles 6:12 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 6:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 6, verse 12.
Who wrote 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 2 Chronicles about?
2 Chronicles narrates Solomon's reign and the kings of Judah down to the exile, with particular emphasis on the temple and faithful worship. It ends with Cyrus's decree authorizing the return — a note of hope for a people just home from Babylon.
What are the major themes of 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles explores themes including Temple, Worship, Faithful Kings, Reform, Return. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Chronicles 6:12.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 6:12 in?
2 Chronicles 6:12 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Chronicles 6:12?
2 Chronicles 6:12 reads (AKJV): “And he stood before the altar of the LORD in the presence of all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands: ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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