Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version King Solomon was greater in riches and wisdom than all the other kings of the earth. New Living Translation So King Solomon became richer and wiser than any other king on earth. English Standard Version Thus King Solomon excelled all the kings of the earth in riches and in wisdom. Berean Standard Bible So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. King James Bible And king Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. New King James Version So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. New American Standard Bible So King Solomon became greater than all the kings of the earth in wealth and wisdom. NASB 1995 So King Solomon became greater than all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. NASB 1977 So King Solomon became greater than all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. Legacy Standard Bible So King Solomon became greater than all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. Amplified Bible So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in wealth and wisdom. Christian Standard Bible King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the world in riches and wisdom. Holman Christian Standard Bible King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the world in riches and wisdom. American Standard Version So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. Contemporary English Version Solomon was the richest and wisest king in the world. English Revised Version So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. GOD'S WORD® Translation In wealth and wisdom King Solomon was greater than all the [other] kings of the world. Good News Translation King Solomon was richer and wiser than any other king in the world. International Standard Version As a result, King Solomon became greater than all the kings of the earth in regards to wealth and wisdom. Majority Standard Bible So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. NET Bible King Solomon was wealthier and wiser than any of the kings of the earth. New Heart English Bible So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. Webster's Bible Translation And king Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. World English Bible So King Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd King Solomon becomes greater than any of the kings of the earth for riches and wisdom; Young's Literal Translation And king Solomon becometh greater than any of the kings of the earth for riches and wisdom; Smith's Literal Translation And king Solomon will be Magnified above all the kings of the earth for riches and wisdom. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Solomon was magnified above all the kings of the earth for riches and glory. Catholic Public Domain Version And so, Solomon was magnified above all the kings of the earth in wealth and glory. New American Bible Thus King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. New Revised Standard Version Thus King Solomon excelled all the kings of the earth in riches and in wisdom. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThus King Solomon excelled all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And King Solomon became greater than all the Kings of the Earth in wealth, and in wisdom. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Solomon exceeded all other kings both in riches and wisdom. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Wealth and Splendor…21For the king had the ships of Tarshish that went with Hiram’s servants, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks. 22So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. 23All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.… Cross References 1 Kings 10:23 So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. 1 Kings 4:30 Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. 1 Kings 3:12 behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be. 1 Kings 4:29 And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. 1 Kings 10:24 The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. 1 Kings 3:13 Moreover, I will give you what you did not request—both riches and honor—so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal. 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. 1 Kings 5:12 And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as He had promised him. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty. 1 Kings 10:1 Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to test him with difficult questions. 1 Kings 10:6-7 She said to the king, “The report I heard in my own country about your words and wisdom is true. / But I did not believe these things until I came and saw with my own eyes. Indeed, not even half was told to me. Your wisdom and prosperity have far exceeded the report I heard. 1 Kings 10:8 How blessed are your men! How blessed are these servants of yours who stand continually before you and hear your wisdom! 1 Kings 10:9 Blessed be the LORD your God, who has delighted in you to set you on the throne of Israel. Because of the LORD’s eternal love for Israel, He has made you king to carry out justice and righteousness.” 1 Kings 10:10 Then she gave the king 120 talents of gold, a great quantity of spices, and precious stones. Never again were spices in such abundance brought in as those the queen of Sheba gave to King Solomon. 1 Kings 10:14 The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, 1 Kings 10:21 All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon. Treasury of Scripture And king Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. passed all the kings 2 Chronicles 1:12 Wisdom and knowledge is granted unto thee; and I will give thee riches, and wealth, and honour, such as none of the kings have had that have been before thee, neither shall there any after thee have the like. 1 Kings 3:12,13 Behold, I have done according to thy words: lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart; so that there was none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee… 1 Kings 4:30,31 And Solomon's wisdom excelled the wisdom of all the children of the east country, and all the wisdom of Egypt… Jump to Previous Earth Exceeded Excelled Greater Kings Passed Riches Solomon Surpassed Wealth WisdomJump to Next Earth Exceeded Excelled Greater Kings Passed Riches Solomon Surpassed Wealth Wisdom2 Chronicles 9 1. The queen of sheba admires the wisdom of Solomon13. Solomon's revenue in gold 15. His targets and shields 17. The throne of ivory 20. His vessels 23. His presents 25. His chariots and horse 26. His tributes 29. His reign and death So King Solomon Solomon, the son of King David and Bathsheba, was the third king of Israel. His reign is often dated to the 10th century BC. Solomon is renowned for building the First Temple in Jerusalem, a central place of worship for the Israelites. His name is synonymous with wisdom, and he is credited with writing much of the biblical wisdom literature, including Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon. surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. Persons / Places / Events 1. King SolomonThe son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon was the third king of Israel. Known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the First Temple in Jerusalem. 2. Kings of the Earth Refers to the rulers of other nations during Solomon's reign. Solomon's wisdom and wealth were renowned, surpassing that of all other contemporary monarchs. 3. Israel The united kingdom under Solomon's rule, experiencing a period of peace and prosperity. 4. Queen of Sheba Although not directly mentioned in this verse, her visit to Solomon (earlier in the chapter) highlights his fame and the international recognition of his wisdom and wealth. 5. Jerusalem The capital city of Israel, where Solomon's court was located and where he displayed his wealth and wisdom. Teaching Points The Source of True WisdomSolomon's wisdom was a gift from God, reminding us that true wisdom comes from seeking God and His guidance. The Temporary Nature of Earthly Riches Despite Solomon's wealth, his later life shows that material riches can lead to spiritual complacency if not managed wisely. The Influence of Godly Leadership Solomon's wisdom and wealth brought peace and prosperity to Israel, demonstrating the impact of godly leadership on a nation. The Importance of Humility Solomon's account warns against pride. Despite his wisdom, he eventually turned away from God, showing the need for humility and dependence on God. Seeking God's Kingdom First Jesus' reference to Solomon in Matthew 6:33 encourages us to prioritize God's kingdom over earthly wealth and wisdom.(22) And king Solomon.--See 1Kings 10:23. Passed all.--Was great above all. Verses 22, 23. - All the kings of the earth; i.e. of the laud of tributary sovereignties, from Euphrates to the borders of Egypt, and to the Philistines (1 Kings 4:21; also note Genesis 15:18; Exodus 23:31; Numbers 22:5; Joshua 1:4; 2 Samuel 10:16).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So Kingהַמֶּ֣לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king Solomon שְׁלֹמֹ֔ה (šə·lō·mōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne surpassed וַיִּגְדַּל֙ (way·yiḡ·dal) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1431: To grow up, become great all מִכֹּ֖ל (mik·kōl) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the kings מַלְכֵ֣י (mal·ḵê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 4428: A king of the earth הָאָ֑רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land in riches לְעֹ֖שֶׁר (lə·‘ō·šer) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6239: Wealth and wisdom. וְחָכְמָֽה׃ (wə·ḥā·ḵə·māh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2451: Wisdom Links 2 Chronicles 9:22 NIV2 Chronicles 9:22 NLT 2 Chronicles 9:22 ESV 2 Chronicles 9:22 NASB 2 Chronicles 9:22 KJV 2 Chronicles 9:22 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 9:22 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 9:22 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 9:22 French Bible 2 Chronicles 9:22 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 9:22 So king Solomon exceeded all the kings (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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