1 Kings 4:34
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Kings 4:34 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Kings 4:34 is a verse from the book of 1 Kings in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And there came of all people to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth, which had heard of his wisdom." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Kings 4:34 — KJV
“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 4:34 (KJV)
1 Kings 4:34 in Context — About the Book of 1 Kings
1 Kings moves from Solomon's golden age — the temple, legendary wisdom, unmatched wealth — to a kingdom torn in two by pride and idolatry. Elijah bursts in with fire from heaven on Mount Carmel, proving the Lord alone is God. Wisdom sought and wisdom squandered frame the whole book.
Cross-References for 1 Kings 4:34
“And all the kings of the earth sought the presence of Solomon, to hear his wisdom, that God had put in his heart.”
Shares key themes with 1 Kings 4:34: hear, wisdom, solomon
“The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for she came from the uttermost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here.”
Shares key themes with 1 Kings 4:34: came, hear, wisdom
“The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with the men of this generation, and condemn them: for she came from the utmost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here.”
Shares key themes with 1 Kings 4:34: came, hear, wisdom
“And it came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be the LORD this day, which hath given unto David a wise son over this great people.”
Shares key themes with 1 Kings 4:34: came, people, hear
“And it came to pass, that, when Abraham's servant heard their words, he worshipped the LORD, bowing himself to the earth.”
Shares key themes with 1 Kings 4:34: came, hear, earth
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