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Berean Standard Bible

“And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore.”

1 Kings 4:29

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Solomon has asked God for an understanding heart to govern rightly, and God has granted it along with riches and honor. Chapter 4 describes his peaceful, prosperous kingdom, its officials and the daily provisions of his court.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore.

World English Bible (WEB)

God gave Solomon abundant wisdom and understanding, and very great understanding, even as the sand that is on the seashore.

King James Version (KJV)

And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea shore.

American Standard Version (ASV)

And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea-shore.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

And God gave Solomon a great store of wisdom and good sense, and a mind of wide range, as wide as the sand by the seaside.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Y dió Dios á Salomón sabiduría, y prudencia muy grande, y anchura de corazón como la arena que está á la orilla del mar.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

Dios le dio a Salomón sabiduría, entendimiento y una mente llena de muchísimos conocimientos, tantos como la arena del mar.

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