Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When all Israel heard the verdict the king had given, they held the king in awe, because they saw that he had wisdom from God to administer justice. New Living Translation When all Israel heard the king’s decision, the people were in awe of the king, for they saw the wisdom God had given him for rendering justice. English Standard Version And all Israel heard of the judgment that the king had rendered, and they stood in awe of the king, because they perceived that the wisdom of God was in him to do justice. Berean Standard Bible When all Israel heard of the judgment the king had given, they stood in awe of him, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice. King James Bible And all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king: for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to do judgment. New King James Version And all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had rendered; and they feared the king, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice. New American Standard Bible When all Israel heard about the judgment which the king had handed down, they feared the king, because they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice. NASB 1995 When all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had handed down, they feared the king, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice. NASB 1977 When all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had handed down, they feared the king; for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice. Legacy Standard Bible Then all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had handed down, and they feared the king, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to do justice. Amplified Bible When all [the people of] Israel heard about the judgment which the king had made, they [were in awe and reverently] feared the king, for they saw that the wisdom of God was within him to administer justice. Christian Standard Bible All Israel heard about the judgment the king had given, and they stood in awe of the king because they saw that God’s wisdom was in him to carry out justice. Holman Christian Standard Bible All Israel heard about the judgment the king had given, and they stood in awe of the king because they saw that God’s wisdom was in him to carry out justice. American Standard Version And all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king: for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to do justice. Contemporary English Version Everyone in Israel was amazed when they heard how Solomon had made his decision. They realized that God had given him wisdom to judge fairly. English Revised Version And all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king: for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to do judgment. GOD'S WORD® Translation All Israel heard about the decision the king made. They respected the king very highly, because they saw he possessed wisdom from God to do what was right. Good News Translation When the people of Israel heard of Solomon's decision, they were all filled with deep respect for him, because they knew then that God had given him the wisdom to settle disputes fairly. International Standard Version When this decision that the king had handed down was announced, everybody in Israel was amazed at the king, because they all saw that God's wisdom was in him, enabling him to administer justice. Majority Standard Bible When all Israel heard of the judgment the king had given, they stood in awe of him, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice. NET Bible When all Israel heard about the judicial decision which the king had rendered, they respected the king, for they realized that he possessed supernatural wisdom to make judicial decisions. New Heart English Bible All Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king: for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to do justice. Webster's Bible Translation And all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king: for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to do judgment. World English Bible All Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to do justice. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd all [in] Israel hear of the judgment that the king has judged, and fear because of the king, for they have seen that the wisdom of God [is] in his heart to do judgment. Young's Literal Translation And all Israel hear of the judgment that the king hath judged, and fear because of the king, for they have seen that the wisdom of God is in his heart, to do judgment. Smith's Literal Translation And all Israel will hear the judgment which the king judged, and they will be afraid of the face of the king, for they saw that the wisdom of Jehovah was in the midst of him to do judgment. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd all Israel heard the judgment which the king had judged, and they feared the king, seeing that the wisdom of God was in him to do judgment. Catholic Public Domain Version Then all of Israel heard about the judgment that the king had judged, and they feared the king, seeing that the wisdom of God was in him to accomplish judgment. New American Bible When all Israel heard the judgment the king had given, they were in awe of him, because they saw that the king had in him the wisdom of God for giving right judgment. New Revised Standard Version All Israel heard of the judgment that the king had rendered; and they stood in awe of the king, because they perceived that the wisdom of God was in him, to execute justice. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king; for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to do justice. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And all Israel heard the judgment that the King judged, and they were in awe before the King, because they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to do judgment. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king; for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to do justice. Brenton Septuagint Translation and all Israel heard this judgement which the king judged, and they feared before the king; because they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to execute judgement. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon Judges Wisely…27Then the king gave his ruling: “Give the living baby to the first woman. By no means should you kill him; she is his mother.” 28When all Israel heard of the judgment the king had given, they stood in awe of him, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice. Cross References 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. Proverbs 2:6 For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. Proverbs 3:13-18 Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding, / for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. / She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her. ... Proverbs 8:14-16 Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have insight and strength. / By me kings reign, and rulers enact just laws; / By me princes rule, and all nobles who govern justly. Isaiah 11:2 The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. Daniel 2:21 He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. 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. Colossians 2:3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Luke 2:40 And the Child grew and became strong. He was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon Him. 1 Corinthians 1:24 but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. 1 Corinthians 1:30 It is because of Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God: our righteousness, holiness, and redemption. Ephesians 1:17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him. 2 Chronicles 1:10-12 Now grant me wisdom and knowledge, so that I may lead this people. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?” / God said to Solomon, “Since this was in your heart instead of requesting riches or wealth or honor for yourself or death for your enemies—and since you have not even requested long life but have asked for wisdom and knowledge to govern My people over whom I have made you king— / 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.” Ecclesiastes 2:26 To the man who is pleasing in His sight, He gives wisdom and knowledge and joy, but to the sinner He assigns the task of gathering and accumulating that which he will hand over to one who pleases God. This too is futile and a pursuit of the wind. Job 28:28 And He said to man, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’” Treasury of Scripture And all Israel heard of the judgment which the king had judged; and they feared the king: for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him, to do judgment. feared Exodus 14:31 And Israel saw that great work which the LORD did upon the Egyptians: and the people feared the LORD, and believed the LORD, and his servant Moses. Joshua 4:14 On that day the LORD magnified Joshua in the sight of all Israel; and they feared him, as they feared Moses, all the days of his life. 1 Samuel 12:18 So Samuel called unto the LORD; and the LORD sent thunder and rain that day: and all the people greatly feared the LORD and Samuel. the wisdom 1 Kings 3:9-12 Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad: for who is able to judge this thy so great a people? … Ezra 7:25 And thou, Ezra, after the wisdom of thy God, that is in thine hand, set magistrates and judges, which may judge all the people that are beyond the river, all such as know the laws of thy God; and teach ye them that know them not. Ecclesiastes 7:19 Wisdom strengtheneth the wise more than ten mighty men which are in the city. in him [heb] in the midst of him Psalm 72:2,4 He shall judge thy people with righteousness, and thy poor with judgment… Jump to Previous Administer Awe Decision Fear Feared Handed Hear Heard Heart Held Israel Judged Judgment Justice News Perceived Render Rendered Stood Verdict WisdomJump to Next Administer Awe Decision Fear Feared Handed Hear Heard Heart Held Israel Judged Judgment Justice News Perceived Render Rendered Stood Verdict Wisdom1 Kings 3 1. Solomon marries Pharaoh's daughter2. 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 When all Israel heard The phrase "When all Israel heard" indicates the widespread dissemination of the news regarding King Solomon's judgment. In the ancient Near Eastern context, news would travel through word of mouth, often carried by travelers, traders, and officials. The phrase underscores the unity of the nation under Solomon's rule, as "all Israel" suggests a collective identity and shared experience among the tribes. This unity is significant in the biblical narrative, as it reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham about a great nation. the judgment the king had rendered they stood in awe of the king because they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice
Hebrew When allכָל־ (ḵāl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֗ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc heard וַיִּשְׁמְע֣וּ (way·yiš·mə·‘ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently of the judgment הַמִּשְׁפָּט֙ (ham·miš·pāṭ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style the king הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king had given, שָׁפַ֣ט (šā·p̄aṭ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8199: To judge, pronounce sentence, to vindicate, punish, to govern, to litigate they stood in awe וַיִּֽרְא֖וּ (way·yir·’ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten of מִפְּנֵ֣י (mip·pə·nê) Preposition-m | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face [him], הַמֶּ֑לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king for כִּ֣י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction they saw רָא֔וּ (rā·’ū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 7200: To see that כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction the wisdom חָכְמַ֧ת (ḥā·ḵə·maṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 2451: Wisdom of God אֱלֹהִ֛ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative [was] in him בְּקִרְבּ֖וֹ (bə·qir·bōw) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7130: The nearest part, the center to administer לַעֲשׂ֥וֹת (la·‘ă·śō·wṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 6213: To do, make justice. מִשְׁפָּֽט׃ (miš·pāṭ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style Links 1 Kings 3:28 NIV1 Kings 3:28 NLT 1 Kings 3:28 ESV 1 Kings 3:28 NASB 1 Kings 3:28 KJV 1 Kings 3:28 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 3:28 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 3:28 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 3:28 French Bible 1 Kings 3:28 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 3:28 All Israel heard of the judgment which (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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