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A Gift from God
Commentators unanimously affirm that Solomon's extraordinary wisdom was not a product of his own intellect or effort but was a direct gift from God. As one scholar highlights, any true wisdom comes from the 'liberal hand of God, the fountain of wisdom,' reminding believers that genuine understanding originates from and is sustained by God.
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1 Kings
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18th Century
Theologian
Largeness of heart - What we call “great capacity.” The expression that follows is common in reference to numerical multitude ([Reference 1 …
19th Century
Bishop
Wisdom and understanding ... and largeness of heart. —In this passage, “understanding” (which is high intellectual power) and “lar…
17th Century
Pastor
And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much ,
&c.] In things natural, moral, divine, and spiritual,…
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17th Century
Minister
Solomon's wisdom was more his glory than his wealth. He had what is here called largeness of heart, for the heart often represents the powers of th…