2 Chronicles 6:40 web — "Now, my God, let, I beg you, your eyes be open, and let your ears be attentive, to the prayer that is made in this pla…

World English Bible

""Now, my God, let, I beg you, your eyes be open, and let your ears be attentive, to the prayer that is made in this place."

— 2 Chronicles 6:40, World English Bible

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2 Chronicles 6 — Context

37

yet if they shall repent themselves in the land where they are carried captive, and turn again, and make supplication to you in the land of their captivity, saying, 'We have sinned, we have done perversely, and have dealt wickedly;'

38

if they return to you with all their heart and with all their soul in the land of their captivity, where they have carried them captive, and pray toward their land, which you gave to their fathers, and the city which you have chosen, and toward the house which I have built for your name:

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then hear from heaven, even from your dwelling place, their prayer and their petitions, and maintain their cause, and forgive your people who have sinned against you.

40

"Now, my God, let, I beg you, your eyes be open, and let your ears be attentive, to the prayer that is made in this place.

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"Now therefore arise, Yahweh God, into your resting place, you, and the ark of your strength: let your priests, Yahweh God, be clothed with salvation, and let your saints rejoice in goodness.

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"Yahweh God, don't turn away the face of your anointed: remember [your] loving kindnesses to David your servant."

2 Chronicles 6:40 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Chronicles 6:40 say?
2 Chronicles 6:40 in the World English Bible reads: “"Now, my God, let, I beg you, your eyes be open, and let your ears be attentive, to the prayer that is made in this place.”
Where is 2 Chronicles 6:40 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 6:40 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 6, verse 40.
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 6:40.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 6:40 in?
2 Chronicles 6:40 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 6:40?
2 Chronicles 6:40 reads (WEB): “"Now, my God, let, I beg you, your eyes be open, and let your ears be attentive, to the prayer that is made in this place.” 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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