Bible Chapter Summary
2 Chronicles 1 Summary
Solomon Asks for Wisdom and Knowledge
Solomon is strengthened in his kingdom and established firmly. He leads all Israel to Gibeon where the tabernacle stands, and makes a thousand burnt offerings at the brazen altar. God appears to Solomon and offers him any gift he desires. Solomon requests wisdom and knowledge to judge God's people rather than riches, wealth, or honor. God grants him wisdom and knowledge beyond measure, and also gives him riches, wealth, and honor greater than any king before or after him.
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2 Chronicles 1:1
“And Solomon the son of David was strengthened in his kingdom, and the LORD his God was with him, and magnified him exceedingly.”
2 Chronicles 1:7-11
“In that night did God appear unto Solomon, and said unto him, Ask what I shall give thee. And Solomon said unto God, Thou hast shewed great mercy unto David my father, and hast made me to reign in his stead. Now, O LORD God, let thy promise unto David my father be established: for thou hast made me king over a people like the dust of the earth in multitude. Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people: for who can judge this thy people, that is so great? And God said to Solomon, Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked riches, wealth, or honour, nor the life of thine enemies, neither yet hast asked long life; but hast asked wisdom and knowledge for thyself, that thou mayest judge my people, over whom I have made thee king:”
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