Solomon’s Wisdom

Overview

• Testament: Old
• Book: 1 Kings
• Chapters: 1 Kings 3
• Summary: At Gibeon, Solomon asks for an understanding heart instead of long life, riches, or vengeance.

Details

God invites Solomon to ask, and the king’s request reveals both humility and covenant responsibility. The answer shapes the entire first half of 1 Kings, because Solomon’s glory is inseparable from wisdom given by God.

Key People Involved

• Solomon

Key Places

• Gibeon

Important Verses

“Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people.” - 1 Kings 3:9

Cross-References

• Wisdom Demonstrated
• Temple Construction
• 1 Kings