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God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and very great understanding, even as the sand that is on the sea-shore.

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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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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 1 Kings 4:29

18th Century

Theologian

Largeness of heart - What we call “great capacity.” The expression that follows is common in reference to numerical multitude ([Reference 1 …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Kings 4:29

19th Century

Bishop

Wisdom and understanding ... and largeness of heart. —In this passage, “understanding” (which is high intellectual power) and “lar…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 4:29

17th Century

Pastor

And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much ,
&c.] In things natural, moral, divine, and spiritual,…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 4:29–34

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…