51. Remember, they are the people you chose and rescued from Egypt that was like a blazing fire to them.
52. I am your servant, and the people of Israel belong to you. So listen when any of us pray and cry out for your help.
53. When you brought our ancestors out of Egypt, you told your servant Moses to say to them, “From all people on earth, the Lord God has chosen you to be his very own.”
54. When Solomon finished his prayer at the altar, he was kneeling with his arms lifted towards heaven. He stood up,
55. turned towards the people, blessed them, and said loudly:
56. Praise the Lord! He has kept his promise and given us peace. Every good thing he promised to his servant Moses has happened.