Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version the LORD appeared to him a second time, as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. New Living Translation Then the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time, as he had done before at Gibeon. English Standard Version the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time, as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. Berean Standard Bible the LORD appeared to him a second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. King James Bible That the LORD appeared to Solomon the second time, as he had appeared unto him at Gibeon. New King James Version that the LORD appeared to Solomon the second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. New American Standard Bible that the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. NASB 1995 that the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. NASB 1977 that the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. Legacy Standard Bible that Yahweh appeared to Solomon a second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. Amplified Bible that the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time, just as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. Christian Standard Bible the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time just as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. Holman Christian Standard Bible the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time just as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. American Standard Version that Jehovah appeared to Solomon the second time, as he had appeared unto him at Gibeon. Contemporary English Version Some time later the LORD appeared to him again in a dream, just as he had done at Gibeon. English Revised Version that the LORD appeared to Solomon the second time, as he had appeared unto him at Gibeon. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then the LORD appeared to him a second time, as he had appeared to him in Gibeon. Good News Translation the LORD appeared to him again, as he had in Gibeon. International Standard Version the LORD appeared to Solomon for a second time, just as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. Majority Standard Bible the LORD appeared to him a second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. NET Bible the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time, in the same way he had appeared to him at Gibeon. New Heart English Bible that the LORD appeared to Solomon the second time, as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. Webster's Bible Translation That the LORD appeared to Solomon the second time, as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. World English Bible Yahweh appeared to Solomon the second time, as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthat YHWH appears to Solomon a second time, as He appeared to him in Gibeon, Young's Literal Translation that Jehovah appeareth unto Solomon a second time, as He appeared unto him in Gibeon, Smith's Literal Translation And Jehovah will be seen to Solomon the second time as he was seen to him in the hill. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThat the Lord appeared to him the second time, as he had appeared to him in Gabaon. Catholic Public Domain Version the Lord appeared to him a second time, just as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. New American Bible the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time, as he had appeared to him in Gibeon. New Revised Standard Version the LORD appeared to Solomon a second time, as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen the LORD appeared to him the second time, as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Then LORD JEHOVAH was revealed unto Solomon the second time as he was revealed to him in Gebun. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917that the LORD appeared to Solomon the second time, as He had appeared unto him at Gibeon. Brenton Septuagint Translation that the Lord appeared to Solomon a second time, as he appeared in Gabaon. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The LORD's Response to Solomon1Now when Solomon had finished building the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and had achieved all that he had desired to do, 2the LORD appeared to him a second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. 3And the LORD said to him: “I have heard your prayer and petition before Me. I have consecrated this temple you have built by putting My Name there forever; My eyes and My heart will be there for all time.… Cross References 1 Kings 3:5 One night at Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream, and God said, “Ask, and I will give it to you!” 2 Chronicles 7:12 the LORD appeared to him at night and said to him: “I have heard your prayer and have chosen this place for Myself as a house of sacrifice. Genesis 12:7 Then the LORD appeared to Abram and said, “I will give this land to your offspring.” So Abram built an altar there to the LORD, who had appeared to him. Exodus 3:2-6 There the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a blazing fire from within a bush. Moses saw the bush ablaze with fire, but it was not consumed. / So Moses thought, “I must go over and see this marvelous sight. Why is the bush not burning up?” / When the LORD saw that he had gone over to look, God called out to him from within the bush, “Moses, Moses!” “Here I am,” he answered. ... Numbers 12:6-8 He said, “Hear now My words: If there is a prophet among you, I, the LORD, will reveal Myself to him in a vision; I will speak to him in a dream. / But this is not so with My servant Moses; he is faithful in all My house. / I speak with him face to face, clearly and not in riddles; he sees the form of the LORD. Why then were you unafraid to speak against My servant Moses?” 1 Samuel 3:21 And the LORD continued to appear at Shiloh, because there He revealed Himself to Samuel by His word. 1 Kings 11:9 Now the LORD grew angry with Solomon, because his heart had turned away from the LORD, the God of Israel, who had appeared to him twice. Isaiah 6:1-8 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted; and the train of His robe filled the temple. / Above Him stood seraphim, each having six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. / And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.” ... Jeremiah 1:4-10 The word of the LORD came to me, saying: / “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” / “Ah, Lord GOD,” I said, “I surely do not know how to speak, for I am only a child!” ... Ezekiel 1:1-3 In the thirtieth year, on the fifth day of the fourth month, while I was among the exiles by the River Kebar, the heavens opened and I saw visions of God. / On the fifth day of the month—it was the fifth year of the exile of King Jehoiachin— / the word of the LORD came directly to Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the River Kebar. And there the LORD’s hand was upon him. Daniel 10:7-9 Only I, Daniel, saw the vision; the men with me did not see it, but a great terror fell upon them, and they ran and hid themselves. / So I was left alone, gazing at this great vision. No strength remained in me; my face grew deathly pale, and I was powerless. / I heard the sound of his words, and as I listened, I fell into a deep sleep, with my face to the ground. Acts 9:3-6 As Saul drew near to Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. / He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?” / “Who are You, Lord?” Saul asked. “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,” He replied. ... Acts 18:9-10 One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking; do not be silent. / For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.” Acts 22:17-21 Later, when I had returned to Jerusalem and was praying at the temple, I fell into a trance / and saw the Lord saying to me, ‘Hurry! Leave Jerusalem quickly, because the people here will not accept your testimony about Me.’ / ‘Lord,’ I answered, ‘they know very well that in one synagogue after another I imprisoned and beat those who believed in You. ... Acts 23:11 The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, “Take courage! As you have testified about Me in Jerusalem, so also you must testify in Rome.” Treasury of Scripture That the LORD appeared to Solomon the second time, as he had appeared to him at Gibeon. as he 1 Kings 3:5 In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night: and God said, Ask what I shall give thee. 1 Kings 11:9 And the LORD was angry with Solomon, because his heart was turned from the LORD God of Israel, which had appeared unto him twice, 2 Chronicles 1:7-12 In that night did God appear unto Solomon, and said unto him, Ask what I shall give thee… Jump to Previous Appeared Appeareth Gibeon Second Solomon Time VisionJump to Next Appeared Appeareth Gibeon Second Solomon Time Vision1 Kings 9 1. God's covenant in a vision with Solomon10. The mutual presents of Solomon and Hiran 15. In Solomon's works the Gentiles were his bondmen, the Israelites servants 24. Pharaoh's daughter removes to her house 25. Solomon's yearly solemn sacrifices 26. His navy fetches gold from Ophir the LORD appeared to him a second time This phrase indicates a direct divine encounter, emphasizing the personal relationship between God and Solomon. The first appearance occurred in 1 Kings 3:5, where God offered Solomon anything he desired, and Solomon famously asked for wisdom. This second appearance underscores the importance of Solomon's reign and God's continued guidance. It also highlights the covenant relationship, where God actively engages with His chosen leaders. The repetition of divine appearances signifies God's faithfulness and the importance of Solomon's role in Israel's history. as He had appeared to him at Gibeon Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORDThe covenant God of Israel, who communicates directly with Solomon, affirming His ongoing relationship and covenant with the king. 2. Solomon The King of Israel, son of David, known for his wisdom and for building the temple in Jerusalem. This verse marks a significant moment in his reign, as God appears to him again. 3. Gibeon A significant location where Solomon had his first divine encounter with God, as recorded earlier in 1 Kings 3. It was here that Solomon asked for wisdom. 4. Second Appearance This event marks the second divine appearance to Solomon, indicating a continued divine favor and guidance, but also a reminder of the covenant conditions. Teaching Points Divine Encounters and Their SignificanceGod's appearances to Solomon highlight the importance of divine guidance in leadership. Leaders today should seek God's wisdom and direction in their roles. Covenant Relationship The repeated appearance of God to Solomon underscores the covenant relationship. Believers are reminded of the importance of maintaining their covenant relationship with God through obedience and faithfulness. The Role of Reminders Just as God reminded Solomon of His promises and conditions, believers need regular reminders of God's Word and His expectations for their lives. The Importance of Obedience God's message to Solomon includes conditions for continued blessing. This teaches that obedience to God's commands is crucial for experiencing His favor. Reflecting on Past Encounters Solomon's second encounter with God at a different time in his life encourages believers to reflect on past spiritual experiences and how they shape their current faith journey.Verse 2. - That the Lord appeared to Solomon the second time [see on 1 Kings 6:11, and 1 Kings 11:9; Solomon had received a message during the building of the temple], as he had appeared unto him at Gibeon [i.e., in a dream (1 Kings 3:5) ]. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew the LORDיְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel appeared וַיֵּרָ֧א (way·yê·rā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to [him] שְׁלֹמֹ֖ה (šə·lō·mōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne a second [time], שֵׁנִ֑ית (šê·nîṯ) Number - ordinal feminine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) as כַּאֲשֶׁ֛ר (ka·’ă·šer) Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that He had appeared נִרְאָ֥ה (nir·’āh) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see to him אֵלָ֖יו (’ê·lāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to at Gibeon. בְּגִבְעֽוֹן׃ (bə·ḡiḇ·‘ō·wn) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1391: Gibeon -- a Levitical city in Benjamin Links 1 Kings 9:2 NIV1 Kings 9:2 NLT 1 Kings 9:2 ESV 1 Kings 9:2 NASB 1 Kings 9:2 KJV 1 Kings 9:2 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 9:2 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 9:2 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 9:2 French Bible 1 Kings 9:2 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 9:2 That Yahweh appeared to Solomon the second (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |