KJV ORIGINAL
And king Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in both wealth and wisdom.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is celebrating that King Solomon became the richest and wisest ruler in the entire world.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes at the height of Solomon's reign over Israel, around 950 BC, when the kingdom had reached its golden age of prosperity and influence. Solomon was famous throughout the ancient Near East for his wise judgments, vast wealth, and magnificent building projects including the Temple in Jerusalem. His reputation attracted visitors from distant lands, including the Queen of Sheba, who came to test his wisdom.
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