KJV ORIGINAL
In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night: and God said, Ask what I shall give thee.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
In Gibeon, the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream during the night, and God said, 'Ask me for whatever you want, and I will give it to you.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God appeared to Solomon in a dream and offered to give him whatever he asked for.
📚 Historical Context
This event occurred early in Solomon's reign as king of Israel, likely around 970 BC. Gibeon was an important worship site where Solomon had gone to offer sacrifices to God, showing his desire to honor the Lord at the beginning of his kingship. This divine encounter would lead to Solomon's famous request for wisdom rather than wealth or power.
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