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King Solomon
in the christian and Jewish tradition it was king Solomon who, when asked by God what he wanted most, said that the wisdom of God would be the best gift.
God answered Solomon's request for wisdom and said that he would give him riches and honour also, and then told him to walk in God's ways and keep his statutes and commandments, (1 Kings 3.12 to 14)
According to the bible , God asked king Solomon what he wanted the most. And he asked for wisdom, so God gave it to him.
Solomon, 1 kings chapter 3
King Solomon asked god for wisdom and got it, he was also blessed with wealth and fame.
He asked God for wisdom.
He asked God for wisdom, to be able to lead his people properly.See also:More about King Solomon
The Queen of Sheba traveled from her kingdom in southern Arabia to meet Solomon in Jerusalem. She was known for her wisdom and wealth and wanted to test the reports of Solomon's wisdom for herself. When she arrived, she asked him many questions, and was impressed by his wisdom and the splendor of his kingdom.
You will find the words and wisdom of Solomon in Proverbs and Ecclesiastes.
God spoke to Solomon in a dream (1 Kings 3:5) and offered him to choose something, which He would grant. Solomon, who was quite young (12 years old) and was in awe of the great responsibility that rested upon him, asked God for wisdom, and was granted it on a vast scale."And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding, exceedingly much,...as the sand that is on the sea-shore. And Solomon's wisdom excelled the wisdom of all the children of the east, and all the wisdom of Egypt. For he was wiser than all men...and his fame was in all the nations round about...And there came of all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth..."See also:More about Solomon
When God offered Solomon the choice between knowledge and wealth, Solomon chose wisdom. He asked for the ability to discern and govern his people effectively, demonstrating his desire for understanding over material riches. This choice pleased God, who granted Solomon both wisdom and wealth, making him one of the most renowned kings in history. Solomon's decision highlights the value of wisdom as a foundation for leadership and prosperity.