1 Kings 3:10 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the speech pleased the LORD, that Solomon had asked this thing.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The LORD was pleased with what Solomon had asked for.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God was delighted that Solomon asked for wisdom to lead well rather than asking for wealth, long life, or victory over his enemies.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes after Solomon's famous dream at Gibeon, where God offered to give him anything he wanted. Instead of asking for personal gain, Solomon humbly requested wisdom and understanding to govern God's people well. This response showed Solomon's heart was focused on serving others rather than himself, which greatly pleased God.

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