Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then the king said, “Bring me a sword.” So they brought a sword for the king. New Living Translation All right, bring me a sword.” So a sword was brought to the king. English Standard Version And the king said, “Bring me a sword.” So a sword was brought before the king. Berean Standard Bible The king continued, “Bring me a sword.” So they brought him a sword, King James Bible And the king said, Bring me a sword. And they brought a sword before the king. New King James Version Then the king said, “Bring me a sword.” So they brought a sword before the king. New American Standard Bible And the king said, “Get me a sword.” So they brought a sword before the king. NASB 1995 The king said, “Get me a sword.” So they brought a sword before the king. NASB 1977 And the king said, “Get me a sword.” So they brought a sword before the king. Legacy Standard Bible And the king said, “Get me a sword.” So they brought a sword before the king. Amplified Bible Then the king said, “Bring me a sword.” So they brought a sword before the king. Christian Standard Bible The king continued, “Bring me a sword.” So they brought the sword to the king. Holman Christian Standard Bible The king continued, “Bring me a sword.” So they brought the sword to the king. American Standard Version And the king said, Fetch me a sword. And they brought a sword before the king. Contemporary English Version Someone bring me a sword." A sword was brought, and Solomon ordered, English Revised Version And the king said, Fetch me a sword. And they brought a sword before the king. GOD'S WORD® Translation So the king told his servants to bring him a sword. When they brought it, Good News Translation He sent for a sword, and when it was brought, International Standard Version "Somebody get me a sword." So they brought a sword to the king. Majority Standard Bible The king continued, ?Bring me a sword.? So they brought him a sword, NET Bible The king ordered, "Get me a sword!" So they placed a sword before the king. New Heart English Bible The king said, "Get me a sword." They brought a sword before the king. Webster's Bible Translation And the king said, Bring me a sword. And they brought a sword before the king. World English Bible The king said, “Get me a sword.” So they brought a sword before the king. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the king says, “Take a sword for me”; and they bring the sword before the king, Young's Literal Translation And the king saith, 'Take for me a sword;' and they bring the sword before the king, Smith's Literal Translation And the king will say, Take to me a sword. And they will bring the sword before the king. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe king therefore said: Bring me a sword. And when they had brought a sword before the king, Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore the king said, “Bring a sword to me.” And when they had brought a sword before the king, New American Bible The king continued, “Get me a sword.” When they brought the sword before the king, New Revised Standard Version So the king said, “Bring me a sword,” and they brought a sword before the king. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen the king said, Bring me a sword. And they brought a sword before the king. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the King said: ”Bring me a sword.” And they brought a sword before the King. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the king said: 'Fetch me a sword.' And they brought a sword before the king. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the king said, Fetch a sword. And they brought a sword before the king. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon Judges Wisely…23Then the king replied, “This woman says, ‘My son is alive and yours is dead,’ but that woman says, ‘No, your son is dead and mine is alive.’ ” 24The king continued, “Bring me a sword.” So they brought him a sword, 25and the king declared, “Cut the living child in two and give half to one and half to the other.”… Cross References Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart. James 1:5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. Proverbs 2:6 For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 8:14-16 Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have insight and strength. / By me kings reign, and rulers enact just laws; / By me princes rule, and all nobles who govern justly. Isaiah 11:2 The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. Isaiah 28:29 This also comes from the LORD of Hosts, who is wonderful in counsel and excellent in wisdom. Daniel 2:21 He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. Matthew 12:42 The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here. Luke 2:40 And the Child grew and became strong. He was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon Him. Luke 2:52 And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. Colossians 2:3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. 1 Corinthians 1:24 but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. 1 Corinthians 1:30 It is because of Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God: our righteousness, holiness, and redemption. Ephesians 1:17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him. Treasury of Scripture And the king said, Bring me a sword. And they brought a sword before the king. Jump to Previous Fetch SwordJump to Next Fetch Sword1 Kings 3 1. Solomon marries Pharaoh's daughter2. High places being in use, Solomon sacrifices at Gibeon 5. Solomon at Gibeon, in the choice which God gave him, 10. preferring wisdom, obtains wisdom, riches, and honor 16. Solomon's judgment makes him renowned The king continued, This phrase refers to King Solomon, who was the son of King David and Bathsheba. Solomon is known for his wisdom, which he famously requested from God at the beginning of his reign. This particular narrative is part of a larger story demonstrating Solomon's God-given wisdom. The context is a legal dispute between two women claiming to be the mother of the same child. Solomon's role as king included being the supreme judge of Israel, a role that required discernment and wisdom. “Bring me a sword.” So they brought him a sword, Persons / Places / Events 1. King SolomonThe son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon is known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the First Temple in Jerusalem. In this passage, he is the central figure demonstrating his God-given wisdom. 2. Two Women These women are described as harlots who come to King Solomon with a dispute over a living child, each claiming to be the mother. Their case sets the stage for Solomon's wise judgment. 3. Jerusalem The city where Solomon reigned as king. It is the political and spiritual center of Israel during Solomon's reign. 4. The Sword A symbol of justice and authority. Solomon's request for a sword is a pivotal moment in the account, leading to the revelation of the true mother. 5. The Court The setting where Solomon hears the case. It represents the place of judgment and decision-making in the kingdom. Teaching Points The Source of True WisdomSolomon's wisdom is a gift from God, reminding us that true wisdom comes from seeking God and His guidance in our lives. Discernment in Leadership Solomon's ability to discern the truth in a difficult situation is a model for leaders to seek God's wisdom in making just and fair decisions. The Power of Righteous Judgment The sword symbolizes the power of righteous judgment. As believers, we are called to judge situations with fairness and integrity, guided by God's Word. The Role of Justice in Society This passage underscores the importance of justice in maintaining order and righteousness in society. Christians are called to advocate for justice and truth. The Heart's True Intentions Solomon's test reveals the true intentions of the heart. We are reminded that God knows our hearts and desires truth in our innermost being.Verse 24. - And the king said, Bring me a sword. And they brought a [Heb. the; the sword, i.e., of the executioner, or the sword for which he asked] sword before the king. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The kingהַמֶּ֖לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king continued, וַיֹּ֥אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “Bring קְח֣וּ (qə·ḥū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 3947: To take me a sword.” חָ֑רֶב (ḥā·reḇ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2719: Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword So they brought him וַיָּבִ֥אוּ (way·yā·ḇi·’ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go a sword, הַחֶ֖רֶב (ha·ḥe·reḇ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2719: Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword Links 1 Kings 3:24 NIV1 Kings 3:24 NLT 1 Kings 3:24 ESV 1 Kings 3:24 NASB 1 Kings 3:24 KJV 1 Kings 3:24 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 3:24 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 3:24 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 3:24 French Bible 1 Kings 3:24 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 3:24 The king said Get me a sword (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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