1 Kings 10:23

So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth for riches and for wisdom.

King James Version

View Chapter

Other Translations for 1 Kings 10:23

BSB

So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom.

AKJV

So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth for riches and for wisdom.

CPDV

And so, king Solomon was magnified above all the kings of the earth in riches and in wisdom.

ERV

So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth in riches and in wisdom.

NHEB

So king Solomon exceeded all the kings of the earth in riches and in wisdom.

SMT

And king Solomon will be magnified above all the kings of the earth for riches and for wisdom.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 1 Kings 10:23

SokingH4428Noun Masculine SolomonH8010Proper Name Masculine exceededH1431VerballthekingsH4428Noun MasculineoftheearthH776Noun FeminineforrichesH6239Noun MasculineandforwisdomH2451Noun Feminine

Commentary for 1 Kings 10:23

Please note: this is not Scripture

These study resources are provided for informational purposes only. They reflect human interpretation, are subject to human error, and should not be considered divinely inspired or authoritative.

Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of 1 Kings 10:23

Summary

Solomon surpasses all monarchs in material and intellectual wealth

Event

Solomon declared preeminent ruler

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC