Daniel 9:18-19

[18] O my God, incline thine ear, and hear; open thine eyes, and behold and the city which is called by thy name: for we do not present our supplications before thee for our righteousnesses, but for thy great mercies. [19] O Lord, hear; O Lord, forgive; O Lord, hearken and do; defer not, for thine own sake, O my God: for thy city and thy people are called by thy name.

What is the context of Daniel 9:18-19?

Daniel’s Prayer for the People (Daniel 9:1-19 true)
Daniel’s Prayer for His People (Daniel 9:1-19 true)
Daniel’s Prayer (Daniel 9:1-19 true)

What does Daniel 9:18-19 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Daniel appealed repeatedly to God to hear and answer his prayer, not because the Israelites deserved it, but because God is compassionate (cf. Exodus 32:12-14). It is interesting that Daniel did not tell God what to do. Instead he asked God to hear, to see, and to act. This is a humble approach that does not dictate to God but leaves the answering up to Him. This magnificent prayer builds to an emotional, positive, logical climax in Daniel 9:19.