2 Chronicles 6:42
New International Version
LORD God, do not reject your anointed one. Remember the great love promised to David your servant.”

New Living Translation
O LORD God, do not reject the king you have anointed. Remember your unfailing love for your servant David.”

English Standard Version
O LORD God, do not turn away the face of your anointed one! Remember your steadfast love for David your servant.”

Berean Standard Bible
O LORD God, do not reject Your anointed one. Remember Your loving devotion to Your servant David.”

King James Bible
O LORD God, turn not away the face of thine anointed: remember the mercies of David thy servant.

New King James Version
“O LORD God, do not turn away the face of Your Anointed; Remember the mercies of Your servant David.”

New American Standard Bible
“LORD God, do not turn away the face of Your anointed; remember Your faithfulness to Your servant David.”

NASB 1995
“O LORD God, do not turn away the face of Your anointed; remember Your lovingkindness to Your servant David.”

NASB 1977
“O LORD God, do not turn away the face of Thine anointed; remember Thy lovingkindness to Thy servant David.”

Legacy Standard Bible
“O Yahweh God, do not turn away the face of Your anointed; remember Your lovingkindness to Your servant David.”

Amplified Bible
“O LORD God, do not turn away and reject the face of Your anointed; remember Your lovingkindness and faithfulness to Your servant David.”

Christian Standard Bible
LORD God, do not reject your anointed one; remember your servant David’s acts of faithful love.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
LORD God, do not reject Your anointed one; remember the loyalty of Your servant David.

American Standard Version
O Jehovah God, turn not away the face of thine anointed: remember thy lovingkindnesses to David thy servant.

Contemporary English Version
Always remember the love you had for your servant David, so that you will not reject your chosen kings.

English Revised Version
O LORD God, turn not away the face of thine anointed: remember the mercies of David thy servant.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
LORD God, do not reject your anointed one. Remember your mercy to your servant David!"

Good News Translation
LORD God, do not reject the king you have chosen. Remember the love you had for your servant David."

International Standard Version
"LORD God, do not turn your face away from your anointed one. Remember your gracious love to your servant David."

Majority Standard Bible
O LORD God, do not reject Your anointed one. Remember Your loving devotion to Your servant David.”

NET Bible
O LORD God, do not reject your chosen ones! Remember the faithful promises you made to your servant David!"

New Heart English Bible
"LORD God, do not turn away the face of your anointed one. Remember your loving kindnesses to David your servant."

Webster's Bible Translation
O LORD God, turn not away the face of thy anointed: remember the mercies of David thy servant.

World English Bible
“Yahweh God, don’t turn away the face of your anointed. Remember your loving kindnesses to David your servant.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
O YHWH God, do not turn back the face of Your anointed, be mindful of the kind acts of Your servant David.”

Young's Literal Translation
O Jehovah God, turn not back the face of Thine anointed, be mindful of the kind acts of David Thy servant.'

Smith's Literal Translation
O Jehovah God, thou wilt not turn away the face of thy Messiah: remember for the mercies of David thy servant.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
O Lord God, turn not away the face of thy anointed: remember the mercies of David thy servant.

Catholic Public Domain Version
O Lord God, may you not turn away from the face of your Christ. Remember the mercies of your servant, David.”

New American Bible
LORD God, do not reject the plea of your anointed, remember the devotion of David, your servant.”

New Revised Standard Version
O LORD God, do not reject your anointed one. Remember your steadfast love for your servant David.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
O LORD God, turn not away the face of thy anointed one; remember the mercies of David thy servant.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
LORD OF LORDS, do not turn away the face of your Anointed! Remember the favors of your Servant David.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
O LORD God, turn not away the face of Thine anointed; Remember the good deeds of David Thy servant.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
O Lord God, turn not away the face of thine anointed: remember the mercies of thy servant David.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Solomon's Prayer of Dedication
41Now therefore, arise, O LORD God, and enter Your resting place, You and the ark of Your might. May Your priests, O LORD God, be clothed with salvation, and may Your godly ones rejoice in goodness. 42O LORD God, do not reject Your anointed one. Remember Your loving devotion to Your servant David.”

Cross References
Psalm 132:10
For the sake of Your servant David, do not reject Your anointed one.

Psalm 132:1-5
A song of ascents. O LORD, remember on behalf of David all the hardships he endured, / how he swore an oath to the LORD, and vowed to the Mighty One of Jacob: / “I will not enter my house or get into my bed, ...

1 Kings 8:25-26
Therefore now, O LORD, God of Israel, keep for Your servant, my father David, what You promised when You said: ‘You will never fail to have a man to sit before Me on the throne of Israel, if only your descendants guard their way to walk before Me as you have done.’ / And now, O God of Israel, please confirm what You promised to Your servant, my father David.

1 Kings 8:22-24
Then Solomon stood before the altar of the LORD in front of the whole assembly of Israel, spread out his hands toward heaven, / and said: “O LORD, God of Israel, there is no God like You in heaven above or on earth below, keeping Your covenant of loving devotion with Your servants who walk before You with all their hearts. / You have kept Your promise to Your servant, my father David. What You spoke with Your mouth You have fulfilled with Your hand this day.

2 Samuel 7:12-16
And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men. ...

2 Samuel 7:25-29
And now, O LORD God, confirm forever the word You have spoken concerning Your servant and his house. Do as You have promised, / so that Your name will be magnified forever when it is said, ‘The LORD of Hosts is God over Israel.’ And the house of Your servant David will be established before You. / For You, O LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, have revealed this to Your servant when You said, ‘I will build a house for you.’ Therefore Your servant has found the courage to offer this prayer to You. ...

Psalm 89:3-4
You said, “I have made a covenant with My chosen one, I have sworn to David My servant: / ‘I will establish your offspring forever and build up your throne for all generations.’” Selah

Psalm 89:35-37
Once and for all I have sworn by My holiness—I will not lie to David— / his offspring shall endure forever, and his throne before Me like the sun, / like the moon, established forever, a faithful witness in the sky.” Selah

Isaiah 55:3
Incline your ear and come to Me; listen, so that your soul may live. I will make with you an everlasting covenant—My loving devotion promised to David.

Jeremiah 33:17-21
For this is what the LORD says: David will never lack a man to sit on the throne of the house of Israel, / nor will the priests who are Levites ever fail to have a man before Me to offer burnt offerings, to burn grain offerings, and to present sacrifices.” / And the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah: ...

Acts 13:34
In fact, God raised Him from the dead, never to see decay. As He has said: ‘I will give you the holy and sure blessings promised to David.’

Luke 1:32-33
He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, / and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!”

Matthew 1:1
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham:

Romans 1:3
regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh,

Hebrews 1:5
For to which of the angels did God ever say: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father”? Or again: “I will be His Father, and He will be My Son”?


Treasury of Scripture

O LORD God, turn not away the face of your anointed: remember the mercies of David your servant.

turn not.

1 Kings 2:16
And now I ask one petition of thee, deny me not. And she said unto him, Say on.

thine anointed

1 Kings 1:34
And let Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet anoint him there king over Israel: and blow ye with the trumpet, and say, God save king Solomon.

Psalm 2:2
The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD, and against his anointed, saying,

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound;

remember

Psalm 132:1
A Song of degrees. LORD, remember David, and all his afflictions:

Isaiah 55:3
Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David.

Acts 13:34
And as concerning that he raised him up from the dead, now no more to return to corruption, he said on this wise, I will give you the sure mercies of David.

the mercies Or, as Dr.

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2 Chronicles 6
1. Solomon, having blessed the people, blessed God
12. Solomon's prayer in the consecration of the temple, upon the bronze platform.














O LORD God
This phrase acknowledges the sovereignty and supreme authority of Yahweh, the covenant-keeping God of Israel. The Hebrew term "YHWH Elohim" combines the personal name of God, Yahweh, with Elohim, a term that emphasizes His power and might. This invocation is a reminder of God's eternal nature and His role as the ultimate ruler and judge. Historically, this reflects the deep reverence and dependence the Israelites had on God, recognizing Him as the source of all blessings and guidance.

do not reject
The plea here is for acceptance and favor. The Hebrew word "ma'as" means to reject or despise. In the context of ancient Israel, being rejected by God was synonymous with losing His protection and blessing. This phrase underscores the importance of divine favor and the fear of being cast away from God's presence, which was a significant concern for the Israelites, who understood their identity and success as a nation to be intrinsically linked to their relationship with God.

Your anointed one
This refers to the king, specifically Solomon in this context, but also prophetically to the Messiah. The Hebrew word "mashiach" means "anointed one" and is used for those set apart for a special purpose by God, such as kings, priests, and prophets. The anointing signifies God's choice and empowerment for leadership. Historically, the anointing with oil was a sacred act that conferred authority and responsibility, and it was a sign of God's presence and blessing upon the individual.

Remember
The call to remember is a request for God to act in accordance with His past promises and character. The Hebrew word "zakar" implies more than just recalling; it involves taking action based on that remembrance. In the biblical narrative, God's remembrance is often associated with His faithfulness and intervention on behalf of His people. This plea is rooted in the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where God’s memory is tied to His covenantal faithfulness.

the loving devotion
The Hebrew word "chesed" is rich in meaning, often translated as lovingkindness, mercy, or steadfast love. It denotes a loyal, covenantal love that is enduring and faithful. This term is central to understanding God's character in the Old Testament, as it reflects His unwavering commitment to His people. Theologically, "chesed" is a foundational concept that underscores the grace and mercy God extends to humanity, despite their failings.

You pledged
This phrase highlights the covenantal nature of God's relationship with His people. The Hebrew word "shaba" means to swear or make an oath. It reflects the solemn and binding nature of God's promises. In the historical context, covenants were serious agreements that required faithfulness from both parties. God's pledges are seen as unbreakable, providing assurance and hope to His people.

to Your servant David
David is a central figure in the biblical narrative, representing the ideal king and a man after God's own heart. The term "servant" (Hebrew "ebed") signifies humility and dedication to God's will. David's legacy is foundational to Israel's identity, and God's promises to him, particularly the Davidic Covenant, are crucial for understanding the messianic hope that permeates the Old Testament. This reference to David serves as a reminder of God's enduring promises and the hope of a future ruler who would fulfill them completely.

(42) O Lord God.--Not in the psalm. The temple invocation is used as in the priest's blessing (Numbers 6:24-26).

Turn not away the face of thine anointed--i.e., deny not his request (1Kings 2:16). Psalm 132:10 :--

"For the sake of David Thy servant,

Turn not away the face of Thine Anointed."

The members of the couplet are transposed, and the language of the first is modified by the chronicler, so as to bring in the phrase, "the mercies of David," that is, Jehovah's mercies promised to David (Isaiah 55:3; Psalm 89:49). . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
O LORD
יְהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

God,
אֱלֹהִ֔ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

do not
אַל־ (’al-)
Adverb
Strong's 408: Not

reject
תָּשֵׁ֖ב (tā·šêḇ)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect Jussive - second person masculine singular
Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again

Your anointed one.
מְשִׁיחֶ֑יךָ (mə·šî·ḥe·ḵā)
Adjective - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 4899: Anointed, a consecrated person, the Messiah

Remember
זָכְרָ֕ה (zā·ḵə·rāh)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 2142: To mark, to remember, to mention, to be male

[Your] loving devotion
לְחַֽסְדֵ֖י (lə·ḥas·ḏê)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 2617: Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty

to Your servant
עַבְדֶּֽךָ׃ (‘aḇ·de·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

David.”
דָּוִ֥יד (dā·wîḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse


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