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Petition

/peh-TIH-shun/

Summary

A petition is a formal request or prayer, whether addressed to God or to human authorities.

☩Prayers to God

Throughout Scripture, petitions are presented to God for various needs. Hannah petitioned for a son. Daniel petitioned despite the royal decree. Esther approached the king to petition for her people. The Psalms are filled with petitions for deliverance, guidance, and blessing. Believers are encouraged to make their requests known to God with thanksgiving.

Key verses:1 Samuel 1:17Daniel 6:7Esther 5:3Philippians 4:61 John 5:15

Related Verses24 mentions

Esther· 6 verses

5:65:75:87:27:3

Joshua· 3 verses

17:421:121:2

1 Kings· 3 verses

2:162:2012:1

Daniel· 3 verses

6:76:126:13

References

  1. 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Petition," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. VII (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).