Bible Verse Lookup
1 K 10:6-9
Chapter 10
6
Then she said to the king: “All that I heard in my land concerning you and your wisdom was true.
7
But I did not believe the reports until I came and saw with my own eyes. And what did I see! I was told only half the story, for your wisdom and wealth surpass the report I heard.
8
Fortunate are your wives! Fortunate are your servants who are ever in your presence and hear your wisdom!
9
Blessed be the Lord your God, who has looked kindly on you and has placed you on the throne of Israel! Because of the Lord’s eternal love for Israel, he has made you king so that you may dispense justice and righteousness.”
Commentaries
Visit of the Queen of Sheba – Foreign Trade and Wealth.
The visit of the Queen of Sheba exemplifies the general statements of chapter 5, which praise Solomon’s wisdom and riches. Through possibly legendary details, it helps us understand the king’s commercial activities. With the queen’s words (7-9), the author offers a meaningful assessment of Solomon’s government: first, he credits him with extraordinary wisdom that amazes the visitor; second, his wisdom educates and guides his subjects every day; third, and this is the gift that God gives out of love for the people, his fair rule. By having these words come from a queen, the author emphasizes the importance of the testimony: the king is there to serve the people and ensure justice.