Today's reading describes the dedication of the Temple, including King Solomon's extensive prayer for God's house. The prayer is noteworthy in how it recognizes that no physical place can contain God's presence and yet asks God that all prayers directed toward it be considered as directed toward God.
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Reading the Bible in Its EntiretyIf you are planning to read the Bible in its entirety, you should read 1 Kings 5-8 today.