I Kings 3:11
The Scripture
(11) And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment;
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Solomon begins his long reign and is given the command to build a temple for the Lord. He is described as a wise and just king who receives divine guidance. The focus is on the foundation of the temple and the establishment of Solomon's rule.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 4:6Proverbs 16:31Matthew 20:21Matthew 20:22Romans 8:26James 4:2James 4:3I Kings 3:9
Related verses (shared words)
II Chronicles 1:11I Kings 3:13Mark 9:21Genesis 24:47Genesis 26:7Genesis 32:29