They lived in it, and have built you a sanctuary in it for your name, saying,
KJV
And they dwelt therein, and have built thee a sanctuary therein for thy name, saying,
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And they dwelt therein,.... From ages past, hitherto, since it was first given them, and they were put into the possession of it:
and have built thee a sanctuary therein for thy name; a temple for his worship, honour, and glory, and for him to dwell in; and is a reason why it might be hoped he would protect them, especially when they prayed to him:
saying; and he promised to hear and help them, as follows.
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