1 Kings 3:9

New Century Version

I ask that you give me a heart that understands, so I can rule the people in the right way and will know the difference between right and wrong. Otherwise, it is impossible to rule this great people of yours.”

Cross References

2 Samuel 14:17

“Now I say, ‘May the words of my master the king give me rest. Like an angel of God, you know what is good and what is bad. May the Lord your God be with you!’ ”

1 Kings 10:24

People everywhere wanted to see King Solomon and listen to the wisdom God had given him.

1 Kings 3:10

The Lord was pleased that Solomon had asked this.

1 Kings 3:28

When the people of Israel heard about King Solomon’s decision, they respected him very much. They saw he had wisdom from God to make the right decisions.

1 Chronicles 22:12

He will make you the king of Israel. May the Lord give you wisdom and understanding so you will be able to obey the teachings of the Lord your God.

1 Chronicles 29:19

Give my son Solomon a desire to serve you. Help him always obey your commands, laws, and rules. Help him build the Temple for which I have prepared.”

2 Chronicles 1:10

Now give me wisdom and knowledge so I can lead these people in the right way, because no one can rule them without your help.”

Psalm 119:144

Your rules are always good. Help me understand so I can live.

Psalm 119:34

Help me understand, so I can keep your teachings, obeying them with all my heart.

Psalm 119:73

You made me and formed me with your hands. Give me understanding so I can learn your commands.

Proverbs 14:8

A wise person will understand what to do, but a foolish person is dishonest.

Proverbs 16:16

It is better to get wisdom than gold, and to choose understanding rather than silver!

Proverbs 20:12

The Lord has made both these things: ears to hear and eyes to see.

Ecclesiastes 7:11

Wisdom is better when it comes with money. They both help those who are alive.

Ecclesiastes 7:19

Wisdom makes a person stronger than ten leaders in a city.

Jeremiah 1:6

Then I said, “But Lord God, I don’t know how to speak. I am only a boy.”

Jeremiah 45:5

Baruch, you are looking for great things for yourself. Don’t look for them, because I will bring disaster on all the people, says the Lord. You will have to go many places, but I will let you escape alive wherever you go.’ ”

Daniel 2:21

He changes the times and seasons of the year. He takes away the power of kings and gives their power to new kings. He gives wisdom to those who are wise and knowledge to those who understand.

Matthew 3:11

“I baptize you with water to show that your hearts and lives have changed. But there is one coming after me who is greater than I am, whose sandals I am not good enough to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.

Matthew 3:14

But John tried to stop him, saying, “Why do you come to me to be baptized? I need to be baptized by you!”

John 5:30

“I can do nothing alone. I judge only the way I am told, so my judgment is fair. I don’t try to please myself, but I try to please the One who sent me.

2 Corinthians 2:16

To those who are lost, we are the smell of death that brings death, but to those who are being saved, we are the smell of life that brings life. So who is able to do this work?

2 Corinthians 3:5

We are not saying that we can do this work ourselves. It is God who makes us able to do all that we do.

Ephesians 5:17

So do not be foolish but learn what the Lord wants you to do.

Philippians 1:10

that you will see the difference between good and bad and will choose the good; that you will be pure and without wrong for the coming of Christ;

Hebrews 5:14

But solid food is for those who are grown up. They are mature enough to know the difference between good and evil.

James 1:5

But if any of you needs wisdom, you should ask God for it. He is generous to everyone and will give you wisdom without criticizing you.

James 3:17

But the wisdom that comes from God is first of all pure, then peaceful, gentle, and easy to please. This wisdom is always ready to help those who are troubled and to do good for others. It is always fair and honest.