'Inquired' in the Bible

I sought the Lord [on the authority of His word], and He answered me,And delivered me from all my fears.

Yet he passed away, and lo, he was no more;I sought him, but he could not be found.

God has looked down from heaven upon the children of menTo see if there is anyone who understands,Who seeks after God [who requires Him, who longs for Him as essential to life].

When He killed [some of] them, then those remaining sought Him,And they returned [to Him] and searched diligently for God [for a time].

And I will walk at liberty,For I seek and deeply long for Your precepts.

I am Yours, save me [as Your own];For I have [diligently] sought Your precepts and required them [as my greatest need].