And Solomon stood before the altar of the Lord in the presence of all the congregation of Israel, and spread forth his hands toward heaven: (1 Kings 8:22)
The narrative in Chronicles is more complete. It is true that during his dedicatory address Solomon stood (2 Chron. 6:12), but now having completed that address, he “kneeled down upon his knees” (2 Chron. 6:13) for the dedicatory prayer.