1 Kings 4:34
New International Version
From all nations people came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the world, who had heard of his wisdom.

New Living Translation
And kings from every nation sent their ambassadors to listen to the wisdom of Solomon.

English Standard Version
And people of all nations came to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and from all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

Berean Standard Bible
So men of all nations came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

King James Bible
And there came of all people to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, which had heard of his wisdom.

New King James Version
And men of all nations, from all the kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom, came to hear the wisdom of Solomon.

New American Standard Bible
People came from all the nations to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all the kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.

NASB 1995
Men came from all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all the kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.

NASB 1977
And men came from all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all the kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.

Legacy Standard Bible
And men came from all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all the kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.

Amplified Bible
People came from all the peoples (nations) to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and from all the kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.

Christian Standard Bible
Emissaries of all peoples, sent by every king on earth who had heard of his wisdom, came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
People came from everywhere, sent by every king on earth who had heard of his wisdom, to listen to Solomon’s wisdom.

American Standard Version
And there came of all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

Contemporary English Version
Kings all over the world heard about Solomon's wisdom and sent people to listen to him teach.

English Revised Version
And there came of all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, which had heard of his wisdom.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
People came from every nation to hear his wisdom; they came from all the kings of the earth who had heard about his wisdom.

Good News Translation
Kings all over the world heard of his wisdom and sent people to listen to him.

International Standard Version
People came from everywhere to hear Solomon's advice. Every king on the earth heard of his wisdom.

Majority Standard Bible
So men of all nations came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

NET Bible
People from all nations came to hear Solomon's display of wisdom; they came from all the kings of the earth who heard about his wisdom.

New Heart English Bible
There came of all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

Webster's Bible Translation
And there came of all people to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

World English Bible
People of all nations came to hear the wisdom of Solomon, sent by all kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and there come out [those] of all the peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth who have heard of his wisdom.

Young's Literal Translation
and there come out of all the peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth who have heard of his wisdom.

Smith's Literal Translation
And there will come from all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all the kings of the earth who heard his wisdom.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And they came from all nations to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and from all the kings of the earth, who heard of his wisdom.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And they came from all the peoples in order to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and from all the kings of the earth, who were hearing about his wisdom.

New American Bible
People from all nations came to hear Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.

New Revised Standard Version
People came from all the nations to hear the wisdom of Solomon; they came from all the kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And there came men from all nations to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth; and he received presents from all kings of the earth who had heard of his wisdom.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they were coming from all of the nations to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all the Kings of the Earth, and he was receiving gifts from all the Kings of the Earth who heard his wisdom.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And there came of all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And all the nations came to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and ambassadors from all the kings of the earth, as many as heard of his wisdom. And Solomon took to himself the daughter of Pharao to wife, and brought her into the city of David until he had finished the house of the Lord, and his own house, and the wall of Jerusalem. Then went up Pharao the king of Egypt, and took Gazer, and burnt it and the Chananite dwelling in Mergab; and Pharao gave them as a dowry to his daughter the wife of Solomon: and Solomon rebuilt Gazer.

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Context
Solomon's Wisdom
33He spoke of trees, from the cedar in Lebanon to the hyssop growing in the wall, and he taught about animals, birds, reptiles, and fish. 34So men of all nations came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom.

Cross References
1 Kings 10:24
The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.

2 Chronicles 9:23
All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.

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 11:31
The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with the men of this generation and condemn them; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.

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 4:7
Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding.

Proverbs 8:1-36
Does not wisdom call out, and understanding raise her voice? / On the heights overlooking the road, at the crossroads she takes her stand. / Beside the gates to the city, at the entrances she cries out: ...

Ecclesiastes 1:16
I said to myself, “Behold, I have grown and increased in wisdom beyond all those before me who were over Jerusalem, and my mind has observed a wealth of wisdom and knowledge.”

Ecclesiastes 12:9
Not only was the Teacher wise, but he also taught the people knowledge; he pondered, searched out, and arranged many proverbs.

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.

Isaiah 60:3
Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.

Jeremiah 33:9
So this city will bring Me renown, joy, praise, and glory before all the nations of the earth, who will hear of all the good I do for it. They will tremble in awe because of all the goodness and prosperity that I will provide for it.

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.

Daniel 5:12
did this because Daniel, the one he named Belteshazzar, was found to have an extraordinary spirit, as well as knowledge, understanding, and the ability to interpret dreams, explain riddles, and solve difficult problems. Summon Daniel, therefore, and he will give you the interpretation.”


Treasury of Scripture

And there came of all people to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, which had heard of his wisdom.

1 Kings 10:1
And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to prove him with hard questions.

2 Chronicles 9:1,23
And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon, she came to prove Solomon with hard questions at Jerusalem, with a very great company, and camels that bare spices, and gold in abundance, and precious stones: and when she was come to Solomon, she communed with him of all that was in her heart…

Isaiah 2:2
And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the mountain of the LORD'S house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it.

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So men of all nations
This phrase highlights the universal appeal and recognition of Solomon's wisdom. The Hebrew word for "nations" is "goyim," which often refers to Gentile nations or peoples outside of Israel. This indicates that Solomon's wisdom transcended cultural and national boundaries, drawing people from diverse backgrounds. Historically, this reflects the period of peace and prosperity during Solomon's reign, where Israel was a center of learning and culture, attracting international attention.

came to listen
The act of coming to listen suggests a deliberate and intentional journey, emphasizing the value and rarity of Solomon's wisdom. The Hebrew verb "shama" means to hear or listen, but it also implies understanding and obedience. This suggests that those who came were not merely curious but were seeking to gain insight and apply Solomon's wisdom to their own lives and governance.

to Solomon’s wisdom
Solomon's wisdom is a central theme in the narrative of his reign. The Hebrew word for wisdom, "chokmah," encompasses not only knowledge but also practical application, discernment, and skill in living. Solomon's wisdom was a divine gift, as seen in 1 Kings 3:12, where God grants him a wise and discerning heart. This wisdom was not just intellectual but deeply spiritual, rooted in the fear of the Lord.

sent by all the kings of the earth
This phrase underscores the widespread recognition and respect for Solomon's wisdom among the rulers of the world. The Hebrew word for "sent," "shalach," implies a formal and purposeful dispatch, indicating that these kings valued Solomon's insights enough to send emissaries. This reflects the diplomatic and political influence Solomon wielded, as his wisdom was seen as a valuable resource for governance and leadership.

who had heard of his wisdom
The fame of Solomon's wisdom had spread far and wide, as indicated by the phrase "had heard." The Hebrew word "shama" is used again, emphasizing the reputation and renown that preceded Solomon. This hearing led to action, as the kings of the earth sought to benefit from Solomon's God-given insight. It highlights the power of testimony and reputation in the ancient world, where news traveled through word of mouth and the accounts of travelers and traders.

Verse 34. - And there came of all people [Heb. the peoples, nations] to hear the wisdom of Solomon [1 Kings 10:1], from all the kings of the earth [i.e., messengers, ambassadors, as in the next chapter], which had heard of his wisdom.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So men of all
מִכָּל־ (mik·kāl)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

nations
הָ֣עַמִּ֔ים (hā·‘am·mîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

came
וַיָּבֹ֙אוּ֙ (way·yā·ḇō·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

to listen
שָׁמְע֖וּ (šā·mə·‘ū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently

to Solomon’s
שְׁלֹמֹ֑ה (šə·lō·mōh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne

wisdom,
חָכְמָתֽוֹ׃ (ḥā·ḵə·mā·ṯōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 2451: Wisdom

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

the kings
מַלְכֵ֣י (mal·ḵê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 4428: A king

of the earth
הָאָ֔רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

when they heard
לִשְׁמֹ֕עַ (liš·mō·a‘)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently

of his wisdom.
חָכְמַ֣ת (ḥā·ḵə·maṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 2451: Wisdom


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