1 Kings 4:34
1 Kings 4:34 in Multiple Translations
So men of all nations came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.
And there came of all people to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, which had heard of his wisdom.
And there came of all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.
People came from every nation to give ear to the wisdom of Solomon, from all the kings of the earth who had word of his wisdom.
People from all nations came to hear Solomon's wisdom. They were sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard about his wisdom.
And there came of all people to heare the wisedome of Salomon, from all Kings of the earth, which had heard of his wisedome.
and there come out of all the peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth who have heard of his wisdom.
People of all nations came to hear the wisdom of Solomon, sent by all kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.
And there came of all people to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.
And they came from all nations to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and from all the kings of the earth, who heard of his wisdom.
People came from all over the world to hear the wise things that Solomon said. Many kings sent men to listen to him and then return and tell them what Solomon said.
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Study Notes — 1 Kings 4:34
- Context
- Cross References
- 1 Kings 4:34 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 4:34
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:34
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:34
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:34
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:34
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 4:34
- Sermons on 1 Kings 4:34
Context — Solomon’s Wisdom
34So men of all nations came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Chronicles 9:23 | All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. |
| 2 | 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. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 9:1 | Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon, she came to test him with difficult questions. She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in abundance, and precious stones. So she came to Solomon and spoke with him about all that was on her mind. |
| 4 | Zechariah 8:23 | This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “In those days ten men from the nations of every tongue will tightly grasp the robe of a Jew, saying, ‘Let us go with you, for we have heard that God is with you.’” |
| 5 | Isaiah 2:2 | In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. |
1 Kings 4:34 Summary
[This verse shows that Solomon's wisdom was famous all over the world, and people came from everywhere to hear him. This is because God had given him wisdom, as stated in 1 Kings 3:12, and it is also comparable to the wisdom of Jesus Christ, as mentioned in Matthew 12:42. Solomon's example teaches us that when we use our gifts and talents to serve others, God can use us to impact the world, and it is supported by 1 Peter 4:10. By seeking wisdom from God and using our gifts to serve others, we can be a blessing to those around us and bring glory to God.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the extent of Solomon's wisdom?
Solomon's wisdom was so renowned that men of all nations came to listen to him, as stated in 1 Kings 4:34, and it is also mentioned in 1 Kings 10:24 that people came from all over to hear the wisdom of Solomon.
How did Solomon's wisdom impact the world?
Solomon's wisdom had a profound impact on the world, as people from all nations came to hear him, and it is a testament to the fact that God had given him wisdom, as stated in 1 Kings 3:12, and it is also comparable to the wisdom of Jesus Christ, as mentioned in Matthew 12:42.
What can we learn from Solomon's example about sharing our gifts and talents?
We can learn from Solomon's example that when we use our gifts and talents to serve others, God can use us to impact the world, as seen in 1 Kings 4:34, and it is also supported by 1 Peter 4:10, which encourages us to use our gifts to serve others.
How does Solomon's wisdom relate to his relationship with God?
Solomon's wisdom was a direct result of his relationship with God, as stated in 1 Kings 3:5-14, where God appears to Solomon and offers to grant him anything he desires, and Solomon asks for wisdom, which God then grants him, as mentioned in 1 Kings 3:12.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can seek wisdom from God, just like Solomon did?
- How can I use my own gifts and talents to serve others and impact the world for God's kingdom?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to seek wisdom from God, and how can I apply His wisdom to those areas?
- In what ways can I be a conduit of God's wisdom to those around me, just like Solomon was to the people of his day?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 4:34
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:34
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:34
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:34
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 4:34
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 4:34
Sermons on 1 Kings 4:34
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(1 Kings) the Wisdom of Solomon by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of organization and order in the Bible. He uses the example of God organizing the Israelites in the book of Numbers to emphasiz |
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The Church's Threefold Temptation by Vance Havner | The sermon transcript discusses the importance of approaching church and sermons with a hungry heart, seeking blessings rather than finding faults. The speaker criticizes the tende |
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How Quickly We Turn Away by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by acknowledging his unworthiness to stand in the pulpit and emphasizes his reliance on the righteousness of Jesus. He prays for the conviction |
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Christ Is Greater 03 Greater Than Solomon by Neil Fraser | In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing a scene of a man trapped in a burning building, desperately calling for help. Eventually, a fireman arrives and extends a ladder t |
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The Queen of Sheba by Phil Beach Jr. | Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of recognizing the greatness of Jesus Christ compared to the Queen of Sheba's admiration for King Solomon. He challenges the congregation t |
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His Excellent Greatness by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the excellent greatness of the Lord Jesus, drawing parallels between Him and Solomon's dominion, bounty, and glory. He highlights that only the Father f |
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She Came to Prove Solomon With Hard Questions. by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of bringing our difficult questions to Christ, who surpasses even Solomon in wisdom. He encourages believers to approach Christ with a spirit o |