Prayer Of Azariah 1:18 kjva — And now we follow thee with all our heart, we fear thee, and seek thy face.

King James Version with Apocrypha

“And now we follow thee with all our heart, we fear thee, and seek thy face.”

— Prayer Of Azariah 1:18, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Prayer Of Azariah 1 — Context

15

Neither is there at this time prince, or prophet, or leader, or burnt offering, or sacrifice, or oblation, or incense, or place to sacrifice before thee, and to find mercy.

16

Nevertheless in a contrite heart and an humble spirit let us be accepted.

17

Like as in the burnt offerings of rams and bullocks, and like as in ten thousands of fat lambs: so let our sacrifice be in thy sight this day, and grant that we may wholly go after thee: for they shall not be confounded that put their trust in thee.

18

And now we follow thee with all our heart, we fear thee, and seek thy face.

19

Put us not to shame: but deal with us after thy lovingkindness, and according to the multitude of thy mercies.

20

Deliver us also according to thy marvellous works, and give glory to thy name, O Lord: and let all them that do thy servants hurt be ashamed;

21

And let them be confounded in all their power and might, and let their strength be broken;

Prayer Of Azariah 1:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Prayer Of Azariah 1:18 say?
Prayer Of Azariah 1:18 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “And now we follow thee with all our heart, we fear thee, and seek thy face.”
Where is Prayer Of Azariah 1:18 in the Bible?
Prayer Of Azariah 1:18 is found in the Apocrypha, in the book of Prayer Of Azariah, chapter 1, verse 18.
Who wrote Prayer Of Azariah?
Prayer Of Azariah is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (Greek addition to Daniel). Inserted between Daniel 3:23 and 3:24 in the Greek text. Also called "the Song of the Three Holy Children" for the hymn that follows. It was written c. 200–100 BC.
What is the book of Prayer Of Azariah about?
A short but moving liturgical insertion in the story of Daniel's three friends in the fiery furnace. Azariah (Abednego) lifts a prayer of repentance from within the flames, confessing the nation's sin and pleading for mercy. The three young men then together sing the "Benedicite" — a sweeping hymn calling every part of creation, from angels to whales, to bless the Lord.
What are the major themes of Prayer Of Azariah?
Prayer Of Azariah explores themes including Repentance, Worship, Deliverance, Praise, Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of Prayer Of Azariah 1:18.
What translation should I read Prayer Of Azariah 1:18 in?
Prayer Of Azariah 1:18 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 Prayer Of Azariah 1:18?
Prayer Of Azariah 1:18 reads (KJVA): “And now we follow thee with all our heart, we fear thee, and seek thy face.” 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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