דברי הימים ב, פרק ו׳, פסוק ל״ז

The journey of repentance during exile begins with deep inner reflection. While living far from their homeland, the captives will focus their minds and respond to the questions stirring within their own hearts [ביאור שטיינזלץ]. This internal shift is fundamentally about returning one's attention inward and bringing forgotten truths back to mind [מצודת ציון].

This spiritual awakening takes place within the harsh and restrictive reality of their captivity [מצודת ציון]. From the depths of that foreign land, the people will turn back and plead with God. They will take full responsibility for their past, acknowledging their failures through a clear and direct confession that they have sinned, done wrong, and acted wickedly [ביאור שטיינזלץ].