Psalm 72:1

Good News Translation

Teach the king to judge with your righteousness, O God; share with him your own justice,

Cross References

2 Samuel 23:3

The God of Israel has spoken; the protector of Israel said to me: “The king who rules with justice, who rules in obedience to God,

1 Kings 1:39

Zadok took the container of olive oil which he had brought from the Tent of the Lord's presence, and anointed Solomon. They blew the trumpet, and all the people shouted, “Long live King Solomon!”

1 Kings 3:9

So give me the wisdom I need to rule your people with justice and to know the difference between good and evil. Otherwise, how would I ever be able to rule this great people of yours?”

1 Chronicles 18:14

David ruled over all Israel and made sure that his people were always treated fairly and justly.

1 Chronicles 22:9

He did, however, make me a promise. He said, ‘You will have a son who will rule in peace, because I will give him peace from all his enemies. His name will be Solomon, because during his reign I will give Israel peace and security.

1 Chronicles 29:19

Give my son Solomon a wholehearted desire to obey everything that you command and to build the Temple for which I have made these preparations.”

2 Chronicles 1:10

so give me the wisdom and knowledge I need to rule over them. Otherwise, how would I ever be able to rule this great people of yours?”

Psalm 127:1

If the Lord does not build the house, the work of the builders is useless; if the Lord does not protect the city, it does no good for the sentries to stand guard.

Isaiah 11:2

The spirit of the Lord will give him wisdom and the knowledge and skill to rule his people. He will know the Lord's will and honor him,

John 3:34

The one whom God has sent speaks God's words, because God gives him the fullness of his Spirit.