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1 Kings 3:3-28
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Old Testament · 1 Kings 3:3-28
Solomon Asks for Wisdom
Solomon loves the LORD and serves as king. At Gibeon, the LORD appears to him in a dream and invites him to ask for what he wants. Solomon asks for an understanding heart to govern God’s people and discern good from evil. God is pleased, grants him wisdom, and also gives him riches and honor, with a promise of long life if he walks in God’s ways and keeps the commandments. Solomon later demonstrates this wisdom in a difficult judgment involving two women and one living child.
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Solomon Asks for an Understanding Heart
1 Kings 3:3-28
God Is Pleased With Solomon’s Unselfish Request
1 Kings 3:3-28
Solomon Gives Thanks Before the Ark
1 Kings 3:3-28
A Difficult Dispute Comes Before Solomon
1 Kings 3:3-28
Solomon Reveals Compassion Through a Test
1 Kings 3:3-28
Israel Recognizes Wise and Just Leadership
1 Kings 3:3-28
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