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A Selfless Request
Commentators emphasize what Solomon chose not to ask for. Instead of requesting long life, personal riches, or power over his enemies—things kings typically desire—he asked for wisdom to serve his people justly. This highlights a model of selfless leadership that prioritizes God's purposes and the well-being of others over personal gain.
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1 Kings
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 3:11
18th Century
Theologian
Your enemies - for example, Hadad the Edomite (1 Kings 11:14–22) and Rezon the son of Eliadah (1 Kings 11:23–25), wh…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 3:11
19th Century
Bishop
Because you have asked. —It is obvious to note this verse as a fulfillment of the Divine law, Seek first the kingdom of God an…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 3:11
17th Century
Pastor
And God said unto him
Being yet in a dream:
because you have asked this thing ;
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 3:5–15
17th Century
Minister
Solomon's dream was not a common one. While his bodily powers were locked up in sleep, the powers of his soul were strengthened; he was enabled to …