Parallel Verses
New American Standard Bible
behold,
King James Version
Behold, I have done according to thy words: lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart; so that there was none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee.
Holman Bible
I will therefore do what you have asked.
International Standard Version
"Because you asked for this, and you didn't ask for a long life for yourself, and you didn't ask for the lives of your enemies, but instead you've asked for discernment so you can understand how to govern, look how I'm going to do precisely what you asked. I'm giving you a wise and discerning mind, so that there will have been no one like you before you and no one will arise after you like you.
A Conservative Version
behold, I have done according to thy word. Lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart, so that there has been none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like thee.
American Standard Version
behold, I have done according to thy word: lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart; so that there hath been none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee.
Amplified
behold, I have done as you asked. I have given you a wise and discerning heart (mind), so that no one before you was your equal, nor shall anyone equal to you arise after you.
Bible in Basic English
I have done as you said: I have given you a wise and far-seeing heart, so that there has never been your equal in the past, and never will there be any like you in the future.
Darby Translation
behold, I have done according to thy word: behold, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart, so that there hath been none like unto thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee.
Julia Smith Translation
Behold, I did according to thy word, I gave to thee a wise and understanding heart; that there was not as thou before thee, and after thee there shall not arise like thee.
King James 2000
Behold, I have done according to your words: lo, I have given you a wise and an understanding heart; so that there was none like you before you, neither after you shall any arise like unto you.
Lexham Expanded Bible
behold, I do hereby do according to your word. I hereby give you a wise and discerning heart; there was no one like you before you, nor afterwards will one like you arise.
Modern King James verseion
behold, I have done according to your words. Lo, I have given you a wise and an understanding heart, so that there was none like you before you, and after you none shall arise like you.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
see, I have done according to thy petition. And behold, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart, so that there was none like thee before, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee.
NET Bible
I grant your request, and give you a wise and discerning mind superior to that of anyone who has preceded or will succeed you.
New Heart English Bible
behold, I have done according to your word. Behold, I have given you a wise and an understanding heart; so that there has been none like you before you, neither after you shall any arise like you.
The Emphasized Bible
lo! I have done according to thy word, - lo! I have given unto thee a wise and discerning heart, so that, like thee, hath been none, before thee, and, after thee, shall rise up none, like thee.
Webster
Behold, I have done according to thy words: lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart; so that there hath been none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like to thee.
World English Bible
behold, I have done according to your word. Behold, I have given you a wise and an understanding heart; so that there has been none like you before you, neither after you shall any arise like you.
Youngs Literal Translation
lo, I have done according to thy words; lo, I have given to thee a heart, wise and understanding, that like thee there hath not been before thee, and after thee there doth not arise like thee;
Themes
Children » Instances of » Solomon
Communion » Instances of » Solomon
Dream » Instances of » Of solomon, concerning his choice of wisdom
Dreams » Mentioned in scripture, of » Solomon
Justice » God » Gives wisdom to execute
Kings » Who reigned over all israel » Solomon
Prayer » Examples of Prayers answered » Solomon
Prayer » Answered » Exceeds expectation
Prayer » Answered » Solomon, asking for wisdom
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References
Word Count of 20 Translations in 1 Kings 3:12
Verse Info
Context Readings
Solomon Requests Wisdom From God
11
He said to him: Because you have asked for the wisdom to rule justly, instead of long life for yourself or riches or the death of your enemies,
12 behold,
Names
Cross References
1 Kings 5:12
Jehovah kept his promise and gave Solomon wisdom. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon for they made a treaty with each other.
Ecclesiastes 1:16
I said to my heart, I have become great and have acquired more wisdom than all who were before me in Jerusalem. Yes, my heart has seen an abundance of wisdom and knowledge.
1 John 5:14-15
This is the confidence that we have toward him, that, if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.
1 Kings 10:23-24
King Solomon was greater than all the kings of the earth in wealth and in wisdom.
1 Kings 2:6
You know what to do. You must not let him die a natural death.
1 Kings 2:9
However you must not let him go unpunished. You know what to do. You must make sure he is put to death.
1 Kings 3:28
The people of Israel heard of Solomon's decision and were all filled with deep respect for him. They knew then that God had given him the wisdom to settle disputes fairly.
1 Kings 4:29-34
God gave Solomon great wisdom and insight, and knowledge too great to be measured.
1 Kings 10:3-8
Solomon answered all her questions. Nothing was hidden from the king that he did not explain to her.
2 Chronicles 1:11-12
God replied to Solomon: You have made the right choice. Instead of asking for wealth, treasure, fame or the death of your enemies or even for long life for yourself, you have asked for wisdom and knowledge so that you can rule my people, over whom I have made you king.
2 Chronicles 2:12
Praise Jehovah the God of Israel, Creator of heaven and earth! He has given King David a wise son, full of understanding and skill. He now plans to build a Temple for Jehovah and a palace for himself.
2 Chronicles 9:5-8
She told the king: What I heard in my country about your words and your wisdom is true!
Psalm 10:17
You have heard the desire of humble people, O Jehovah. You encourage them. You incline your ear (pay close attention) to them.
Ecclesiastes 1:13
I devoted myself to study and explored wisdom concerning all that is done under the heavens. It is a grievous task God has given to the sons of men to be afflicted with.
Isaiah 65:24
Before they call I will answer! While they are still speaking I will hear.
Matthew 12:42
The queen of the south will rise up in the judgment with this generation, and condemn it. She came from the ends of the earth to hear the Wisdom of Solomon. Someone greater than Solomon is here!
Luke 21:15
I will give you ability to talk and words of wisdom, which your adversaries shall not be able to resist or refute.
Romans 8:26-27
Likewise the Spirit also helps our weaknesses. We do not know what we should pray for, as we should. The Spirit [of God] makes intercession with groaning that cannot be spoken.
Colossians 2:3
In him is concealed all the hidden treasures of God's wisdom and knowledge.