Psalm 72:1

Free Bible Version

God, please give the king fairness, and give the king's son the ability to do what's right.

Cross References

2 Samuel 23:3

Israel's God spoke; Israel's Rock told me, ‘He who rules the people justly, he who rules respecting God,

1 Kings 1:39

Zadok the priest took the horn containing olive oil from the Tent and anointed Solomon. Then they blew the trumpet, and all the people shouted, “Long live King Solomon!”

1 Kings 3:9

So please give me a mind that's receptive so I can rule your people well, understanding the difference between right and wrong, for who can rule this difficult people of yours?”

1 Chronicles 18:14

David ruled over all Israel. He did what was fair and right for all his people.

1 Chronicles 22:9

But you will have a son who will be a man of peace. I will give him peace from all his enemies in the nations around. Solomon will be his name, and I will grant peace and quiet to Israel during his reign.

1 Chronicles 29:19

Please also give my son Solomon a desire to whole-heartedly keep your commandments, decrees, and statutes, and to do all he can to build your Temple that I have provided for.”

2 Chronicles 1:10

Please give me wisdom and knowledge to lead this people—for who can rule with justice this great people of yours?”

Psalm 127:1

If the Lord doesn't build the house, the work of the builders is futile. If the Lord doesn't guard the city, the work of the guards is pointless.

Isaiah 11:2

The Spirit of the Lord will rest on him, which is a Spirit of wisdom and understanding, a Spirit of advice and power, a Spirit of knowledge and awe of the Lord.

John 3:34

For the one God sent speaks God's words, because God doesn't restrict the Spirit.