What is the meaning of 1 Kings 10:13? King Solomon gave the queen of Sheba The verse opens with action: “King Solomon gave the queen of Sheba.” Earlier she had come “to test him with hard questions” (1 Kings 10:1). Solomon welcomed her, answered every inquiry (v. 3), and showed her the splendor of his kingdom. Now the king responds with tangible generosity. • 1 Kings 3:13 shows God had already blessed Solomon with unmatched wealth; that abundance now flows outward. • Proverbs 22:9 reminds us, “A generous man will be blessed.” Solomon models that proverb. • 2 Chronicles 9:12 parallels this moment, stressing that the queen “could not repay” what she received. all she desired—whatever she asked— Scripture emphasizes the completeness of Solomon’s giving: nothing she requested was withheld. • Matthew 7:7 echoes the principle—“Ask, and it will be given to you.” • James 1:5 shows the Lord’s pattern of liberal giving to those who seek wisdom. • Psalm 37:4 links delighting in the Lord with receiving “the desires of your heart.” Solomon’s generosity mirrors the Lord’s own heart toward seekers of truth. besides what he had given her out of his royal bounty Beyond meeting her requests, Solomon adds gifts from “his royal bounty”—surplus grace. • Ephesians 3:20 speaks of God doing “exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think.” • Luke 6:38 urges, “Give, and it will be given to you… pressed down, shaken together, and running over.” Solomon embodies that overflowing measure. • 1 Kings 10:25 records that yearly visitors brought Solomon gifts; here the flow is reversed—he becomes the giver, reflecting divine generosity. Then she left The meeting concludes without tension or unfinished business. The queen departs satisfied—intellectually, spiritually, materially. • 1 Kings 5:12 notes peaceful dealings with foreign leaders; Solomon’s wisdom fosters harmony. • Romans 12:18 counsels believers, “If it is possible… live at peace with everyone.” The scene illustrates peaceful international relations anchored in godly wisdom. and returned to her own country, along with her servants The entourage heads home, likely carrying reports of Israel’s God and king. • 1 Kings 10:1 began with the queen hearing reports; now she will become the reporter. • Isaiah 2:3 envisions nations streaming to Zion for wisdom, then carrying it back: “For instruction will go out from Zion.” • Psalm 67:7 prays, “God blesses us, that all the ends of the earth shall fear Him.” Solomon’s blessing of Sheba advances that missionary purpose. summary 1 Kings 10:13 showcases royal generosity flowing from divine wisdom. Solomon, abundantly supplied by God, answers every question, fulfills every request, and then adds even more. The queen departs enriched and at peace, ready to spread the fame of Israel’s God. The verse calls believers to mirror that same open-handed, above-and-beyond generosity, confident that God supplies more than enough for both giving and living. |
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