1 Kings 3:13
New International Version
Moreover, I will give you what you have not asked for—both wealth and honor—so that in your lifetime you will have no equal among kings.

New Living Translation
And I will also give you what you did not ask for—riches and fame! No other king in all the world will be compared to you for the rest of your life!

English Standard Version
I give you also what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that no other king shall compare with you, all your days.

Berean Standard Bible
Moreover, I will give you what you did not request—both riches and honor—so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal.

King James Bible
And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all thy days.

New King James Version
And I have also given you what you have not asked: both riches and honor, so that there shall not be anyone like you among the kings all your days.

New American Standard Bible
I have also given you what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that there will not be any among the kings like you all your days.

NASB 1995
“I have also given you what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that there will not be any among the kings like you all your days.

NASB 1977
“And I have also given you what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that there will not be any among the kings like you all your days.

Legacy Standard Bible
I have also given you what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that there will not be any among the kings like you all your days.

Amplified Bible
I have also given you what you have not asked, both wealth and honor, so that there will not be anyone equal to you among the kings, for all your days.

Christian Standard Bible
In addition, I will give you what you did not ask for: both riches and honor, so that no king will be your equal during your entire life.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
In addition, I will give you what you did not ask for: both riches and honor, so that no man in any kingdom will be your equal during your entire life.

American Standard Version
And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches and honor, so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee, all thy days.

Contemporary English Version
I'll also give you what you didn't ask for. You'll be rich and respected as long as you live, and you'll be greater than any other king.

English Revised Version
And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches and honour, so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee, all thy days.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I'm also giving you what you haven't asked for-riches and honor-so that no other king will be like you as long as you live.

Good News Translation
I will also give you what you have not asked for: all your life you will have wealth and honor, more than that of any other king.

International Standard Version
I'm also giving you what you haven't requested: both riches and honor, so that no other king will be comparable to you during your lifetime.

Majority Standard Bible
Moreover, I will give you what you did not request—both riches and honor—so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal.

NET Bible
Furthermore, I am giving you what you did not request--riches and honor so that you will be the greatest king of your generation.

New Heart English Bible
I have also given you that which you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that there shall not be any among the kings like you, all your days.

Webster's Bible Translation
And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honor: so that there shall not be any among the kings like to thee all thy days,

World English Bible
I have also given you that which you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that there will not be any among the kings like you for all your days.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and also, that which you have not asked for I have given to you, both riches and honor, that there has not been a man like you among the kings [for] all your days;

Young's Literal Translation
and also, that which thou hast not asked I have given to thee, both riches and honour, that there hath not been like thee a man among the kings all thy days;

Smith's Literal Translation
And also that thou askedst not I gave to thee, also riches, also honor, that there was not a man like thee among kings all thy days.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Yea and the things also which thou didst not ask, I have given thee: to wit riches and glory, as that no one hath been like thee among the kings in all days heretofore.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But also the things for which you did not ask, I have given to you, namely wealth and glory, so that no one has been like you among the kings in the all days before.

New American Bible
In addition, I give you what you have not asked for: I give you such riches and glory that among kings there will be no one like you all your days.

New Revised Standard Version
I give you also what you have not asked, both riches and honor all your life; no other king shall compare with you.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And I have also given you that which you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that there shall not be any among the kings like you all your days.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Also that which you have not requested I have given to you: also riches, also honor, so that there is no man like you among Kings all your days.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches and honour--so that there hath not been any among the kings like unto thee--all thy days.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And I have given thee what thou hast not asked, wealth and glory, so that there has not been any one like thee among kings.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
God Grants Wisdom, Riches, and Honor
12behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there has never been nor will ever be another like you. 13Moreover, I will give you what you did not request— both riches and honor— so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal. 14So if you walk in My ways and keep My statutes and commandments, just as your father David did, I will prolong your days.”…

Cross References
1 Kings 10:23-24
So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. / The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.

2 Chronicles 1:12
therefore wisdom and knowledge have been granted to you. And I will also give you riches and wealth and honor unlike anything given to the kings before you or after you.”

Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.

Proverbs 3:16
Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor.

Ecclesiastes 2:9
So I became great and surpassed all in Jerusalem who had preceded me; and my wisdom remained with me.

1 Kings 4:29-30
And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt.

1 Kings 5:12
And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as He had promised him. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty.

1 Kings 10:27
The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills.

2 Chronicles 9:22-23
So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. / All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.

Psalm 112:3
Wealth and riches are in his house, and his righteousness endures forever.

Proverbs 8:18
With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and righteousness.

Matthew 12:42
The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.

Luke 12:31
But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added unto you.

Ephesians 3:20
Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us,

James 1:5
Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.


Treasury of Scripture

And I have also given you that which you have not asked, both riches, and honor: so that there shall not be any among the kings like to you all your days.

And I

Psalm 84:11,12
For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly…

Matthew 6:33
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Romans 8:32
He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things?

riches

1 Kings 4:21-24
And Solomon reigned over all kingdoms from the river unto the land of the Philistines, and unto the border of Egypt: they brought presents, and served Solomon all the days of his life…

1 Kings 10:23-29
So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth for riches and for wisdom…

Proverbs 3:16
Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour.

shall not be.

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1 Kings 3
1. Solomon marries Pharaoh's daughter
2. High places being in use, Solomon sacrifices at Gibeon
5. Solomon at Gibeon, in the choice which God gave him,
10. preferring wisdom, obtains wisdom, riches, and honor
16. Solomon's judgment makes him renowned














Moreover, I will give you
This phrase signifies God's abundant grace and generosity. The Hebrew root for "give" is "נָתַן" (natan), which implies a bestowal or granting of something. In the context of Solomon's request for wisdom, God’s response is not just to fulfill the request but to exceed it. This reflects the biblical principle that God often provides beyond what we ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20). It is a reminder of God's sovereignty and His ability to bless abundantly.

what you did not request
Solomon's initial request was for wisdom to govern the people, demonstrating his humility and prioritization of God's people over personal gain. The phrase highlights God's omniscience and His understanding of our needs beyond our own requests. It also underscores the biblical truth that when we seek first the kingdom of God, all other things will be added to us (Matthew 6:33).

both riches and honor
The Hebrew words for "riches" (עֹשֶׁר, osher) and "honor" (כָּבוֹד, kavod) denote material wealth and social esteem, respectively. In the ancient Near Eastern context, these were seen as signs of divine favor and success. God's promise to Solomon is comprehensive, covering both material and immaterial blessings. This reflects the biblical theme that God is the source of all blessings and that true honor comes from Him.

so that during your lifetime
This phrase sets a temporal boundary on the promise, emphasizing the immediacy and certainty of God's blessing. It reassures Solomon that these blessings will be evident and experienced throughout his life. It also serves as a reminder of the transient nature of earthly life and the importance of using God-given resources wisely and for His glory.

no man in any kingdom will be your equal
The promise of unparalleled status among kings highlights the unique favor and distinction God bestowed upon Solomon. The phrase "no man" (אִישׁ, ish) emphasizes the exclusivity of Solomon's position. Historically, Solomon's reign was marked by peace, prosperity, and international recognition, fulfilling this divine promise. This serves as a testament to God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His word, encouraging believers to trust in His promises.

Verse 13. - And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches and honour [Heb. glory]; so that there shall not be any among the kings lure unto thee all thy days.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Moreover,
וְגַ֨ם (wə·ḡam)
Conjunctive waw | Conjunction
Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and

I will give
נָתַ֣תִּי (nā·ṯat·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

you what
אֲשֶׁ֤ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

you did not
לֹֽא־ (lō-)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

request—
שָׁאַ֙לְתָּ֙ (šā·’al·tā)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 7592: To inquire, to request, to demand

both
גַּם־ (gam-)
Conjunction
Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and

riches
עֹ֖שֶׁר (‘ō·šer)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6239: Wealth

and
גַּם־ (gam-)
Conjunction
Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and

honor—
כָּב֑וֹד (kā·ḇō·wḏ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3519: Weight, splendor, copiousness

so that
אֲ֠שֶׁר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

during all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

your days
יָמֶֽיךָ׃ (yā·me·ḵā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 3117: A day

no
לֹא־ (lō-)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

man
אִ֛ישׁ (’îš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

in any kingdom
בַּמְּלָכִ֖ים (bam·mə·lā·ḵîm)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4428: A king

will be
הָיָ֨ה (hā·yāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

your equal.
כָמ֥וֹךָ (ḵā·mō·w·ḵā)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's 3644: Like, as, when


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