Psalm 72:1

God's Word

O God, give the king your justice and the king’s son  your righteousness

Cross References

2 Samuel 23:3

The God of Israel spoke to them. The rock of Israel told me, ‘The one who rules humans with justice rules with the fear of God.

1 Kings 1:39

The priest Zadok took the container of olive oil from the tent and anointed Solomon. They blew the ram’s horn, and all the people said, “Long live King Solomon!”

1 Kings 3:9

Give me a heart that listens so that I can judge your people and tell the difference between good and evil. After all, who can judge this great people of yours?”

1 Chronicles 18:14

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

1 Chronicles 22:9

You will have a son who will be a peaceful man. I will give him peace from all the enemies around him. His name will be Solomon [Peace], and in his time I will give Israel peace and quiet.

1 Chronicles 29:19

Make my son Solomon completely committed ⌞to you⌟ so that he will obey your commands, requests, and laws and do everything to build the palace I have planned.”

2 Chronicles 1:10

Give me wisdom and knowledge so that I may lead these people. After all, who can judge this great people of yours?”

Psalm 127:1

If the Lord does not build the house, it is useless for the builders to work on it. If the Lord does not protect a city, it is useless for the guard to stay alert.

Isaiah 11:2

The Spirit of the Lord will rest on him— the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of advice and power, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the Lord.

John 3:34

The man whom God has sent speaks God’s message. After all, God gives him the Spirit without limit.