⁵⁴ Solomon prayed this prayer to the Lord, kneeling in front of the altar with his arms raised toward heaven. When he finished praying, he got up. ⁵⁵ Then, in a loud voice, he stood and blessed all the people of Israel, saying: ⁵⁶ “Praise the Lord! He promised he would give rest to his people Israel, and he has given us rest. The Lord has kept all the good promises he gave through his servant Moses.