1 Kings 3:12
1 Kings · Old Testament · Chapter 3
“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.”1 Kings 3:12
What Does 1 Kings 3:12 Mean?
1 Kings 3:12 is found in the book of 1 Kings, chapter 3, verse 12 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to 1 Kings 3:12 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
1 John 5:14“And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us:”Daniel 1:17“As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams.”Ecclesiastes 1:16“I communed with mine own heart, saying, Lo, I am come to great estate, and have gotten more wisdom than all they that have been before me in Jerusalem: yea, my heart had great experience of wisdom and knowledge.”1 Kings 5:12“And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him: and there was peace between Hiram and Solomon; and they two made a league together.”Matthew 12:42“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.”Proverbs 2:6“For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.”1 Kings 3:28“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.”1 Kings 10:23“So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth for riches and for wisdom.”1 Kings 4:29“And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea shore.”2 Chronicles 2:12“Huram said moreover, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, that made heaven and earth, who hath given to David the king a wise son, endued with prudence and understanding, that might build an house for the LORD, and an house for his kingdom.”Job 32:8“But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.”Romans 8:26“Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.”Isaiah 65:24“And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.”Luke 21:15“For I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which all your adversaries shall not be able to gainsay nor resist.”1 Kings 2:9“Now therefore hold him not guiltless: for thou art a wise man, and knowest what thou oughtest to do unto him; but his hoar head bring thou down to the grave with blood.”Colossians 2:3“In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.”1 Kings 2:6“Do therefore according to thy wisdom, and let not his hoar head go down to the grave in peace.”1 Kings 10:3“And Solomon told her all her questions: there was not any thing hid from the king, which he told her not.”2 Chronicles 1:11“And God said to Solomon, Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked riches, wealth, or honour, nor the life of thine enemies, neither yet hast asked long life; but hast asked wisdom and knowledge for thyself, that thou mayest judge my people, over whom I have made thee king:”Psalms 10:17“LORD, thou hast heard the desire of the humble: thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear:”
Study 1 Kings 3:12 in the ScriptureVerse app
Every verse in the app has a study sheet with its cross-references (OpenBible.info's 344,799) and commentary, and an AI Bible Teacher that shows the verses behind its answers. Coming to iPhone on February 10, 2027.
Join the waitlist