1 Kings 10:3
New International Version
Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too hard for the king to explain to her.

New Living Translation
Solomon had answers for all her questions; nothing was too hard for the king to explain to her.

English Standard Version
And Solomon answered all her questions; there was nothing hidden from the king that he could not explain to her.

Berean Standard Bible
And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for the king to explain.

King James Bible
And Solomon told her all her questions: there was not any thing hid from the king, which he told her not.

New King James Version
So Solomon answered all her questions; there was nothing so difficult for the king that he could not explain it to her.

New American Standard Bible
And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was concealed from the king which he did not explain to her.

NASB 1995
Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was hidden from the king which he did not explain to her.

NASB 1977
And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was hidden from the king which he did not explain to her.

Legacy Standard Bible
And Solomon declared to her the answer to all her matters; there was not a matter which was hidden from the king which he did not declare to her.

Amplified Bible
Solomon answered all her questions; there was nothing hidden from the king which he did not explain to her.

Christian Standard Bible
So Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for the king to explain to her.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for the king to explain to her.

American Standard Version
And Solomon told her all her questions: there was not anything hid from the king which he told her not.

Contemporary English Version
He answered every question, no matter how difficult it was.

English Revised Version
And Solomon told her all her questions: there was not any thing hid from the king which he told her not.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Solomon answered all her questions. No question was too difficult for the king to answer.

Good News Translation
He answered them all; there was nothing too difficult for him to explain.

International Standard Version
Solomon answered all of her questions. Nothing was hidden from Solomon that he did not explain to her.

Majority Standard Bible
And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for the king to explain.

NET Bible
Solomon answered all her questions; there was no question too complex for the king.

New Heart English Bible
Solomon told her all her questions: there was not anything hidden from the king which he did not tell her.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Solomon told her all her questions: there was not any thing hid from the king, which he told her not.

World English Bible
Solomon answered all her questions. There wasn’t anything hidden from the king which he didn’t tell her.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Solomon declares to her all her matters—there has not been a thing hid from the king that he has not declared to her.

Young's Literal Translation
And Solomon declareth to her all her matters -- there hath not been a thing hid from the king that he hath not declared to her.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Solomon will announce to her all her words: there was not a word hid from the king which he announced not to her.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Solomon informed her of all the things she proposed to him: there was not any word the king was ignorant of, and which he could not answer her.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Solomon taught her, in all the words that she had proposed to him. There was not any word which was able to be hidden from the king, or which he did not answer for her.

New American Bible
King Solomon explained everything she asked about, and there was nothing so obscure that the king could not explain it to her.

New Revised Standard Version
Solomon answered all her questions; there was nothing hidden from the king that he could not explain to her.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Solomon answered all her questions; there was nothing hidden from the king which he did not tell her.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Solomon told her all the matters, and nothing was hidden from the King that he did not tell her.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Solomon told her all her questions; there was not any thing hid from the king which he told her not.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Solomon answered all her questions: and there was not a question overlooked by the king which he did not answer her.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Queen of Sheba
2She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in great abundance, and precious stones. So she came to Solomon and spoke to him all that was on her mind. 3And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for the king to explain. 4When the queen of Sheba saw all the wisdom of Solomon, the palace he had built,…

Cross References
2 Chronicles 9:2
And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for him to explain.

Matthew 12:42
The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.

Luke 11:31
The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with the men of this generation and condemn them; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.

1 Kings 4:29-34
And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. / He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations. ...

Proverbs 1:5-6
let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel / by understanding the proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.

Daniel 5:12
did this because Daniel, the one he named Belteshazzar, was found to have an extraordinary spirit, as well as knowledge, understanding, and the ability to interpret dreams, explain riddles, and solve difficult problems. Summon Daniel, therefore, and he will give you the interpretation.”

Colossians 2:3
in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

James 1:5
Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.

Ecclesiastes 1:16
I said to myself, “Behold, I have grown and increased in wisdom beyond all those before me who were over Jerusalem, and my mind has observed a wealth of wisdom and knowledge.”

Ecclesiastes 2:9
So I became great and surpassed all in Jerusalem who had preceded me; and my wisdom remained with me.

2 Chronicles 1:10-12
Now grant me wisdom and knowledge, so that I may lead this people. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?” / God said to Solomon, “Since this was in your heart instead of requesting riches or wealth or honor for yourself or death for your enemies—and since you have not even requested long life but have asked for wisdom and knowledge to govern My people over whom I have made you king— / therefore wisdom and knowledge have been granted to you. And I will also give you riches and wealth and honor unlike anything given to the kings before you or after you.”

Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 3:13-18
Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding, / for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. / She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her. ...

Isaiah 11:2
The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD.

Isaiah 19:11
The princes of Zoan are mere fools; Pharaoh’s wise counselors give senseless advice. How can you say to Pharaoh, “I am one of the wise, a son of eastern kings”?


Treasury of Scripture

And Solomon told her all her questions: there was not any thing hid from the king, which he told her not.

told her

2 Chronicles 9:2
And Solomon told her all her questions: and there was nothing hid from Solomon which he told her not.

Proverbs 1:5,6
A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels: …

Proverbs 13:20
He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.

questions [heb] words

1 Kings 10:1
And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to prove him with hard questions.

1 Kings 3:12
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.

2 Samuel 14:17,20
Then thine handmaid said, The word of my lord the king shall now be comfortable: for as an angel of God, so is my lord the king to discern good and bad: therefore the LORD thy God will be with thee…

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1 Kings 10
1. The queen of Sheba admires the wisdom of Solomon
14. Solomon's gold
16. His targets
18. The throne of ivory
21. His vessels
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And Solomon answered all her questions;
Solomon's wisdom was renowned throughout the ancient world, as seen in 1 Kings 4:29-34, where his understanding and knowledge are described as vast and unparalleled. The Queen of Sheba's visit to Solomon (1 Kings 10:1-13) was a testament to his fame, as she traveled a great distance to test him with hard questions. This phrase highlights Solomon's ability to provide answers, reflecting the fulfillment of God's promise to grant him wisdom (1 Kings 3:12). In a broader biblical context, this encounter prefigures the wisdom of Christ, who is described as greater than Solomon in Matthew 12:42.

nothing was too difficult for the king to explain.
This phrase underscores the depth of Solomon's wisdom, which was divinely bestowed. The Hebrew word for "difficult" can also mean "hidden" or "obscure," indicating that Solomon could unravel complex mysteries. This ability to explain difficult matters is reminiscent of Daniel, who interpreted dreams and visions (Daniel 2:47). Solomon's wisdom is a type of Christ's divine insight, as Jesus often revealed the hidden truths of God's kingdom through parables and teachings (Matthew 13:34-35). Solomon's role as a wise king foreshadows the ultimate wisdom and understanding found in Jesus, the King of Kings.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Solomon
The son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon is renowned for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the First Temple in Jerusalem. His reign is often seen as a high point in Israel's history.

2. Queen of Sheba
A monarch from a wealthy kingdom, possibly located in modern-day Yemen or Ethiopia. She visits Solomon to test his wisdom with hard questions, bringing lavish gifts.

3. Jerusalem
The capital city of Israel, where Solomon's court is located. It is the center of political and spiritual life for the Israelites.

4. The Visit
The Queen of Sheba's visit to Solomon is a significant event that demonstrates Solomon's fame and the far-reaching influence of his wisdom.
Teaching Points
The Gift of Wisdom
Solomon's ability to answer the Queen of Sheba's questions highlights the divine gift of wisdom. Believers are encouraged to seek wisdom from God, who gives generously to those who ask (James 1:5).

The Pursuit of Understanding
The Queen of Sheba's journey to seek Solomon's wisdom underscores the value of pursuing understanding and truth. Christians are called to be seekers of truth, diligently studying Scripture and seeking God's guidance.

Influence and Testimony
Solomon's wisdom and the resulting visit from the Queen of Sheba demonstrate the influence a godly life can have on others. Believers are reminded that their lives are a testimony to God's work and can draw others to seek Him.

The Role of Questions in Faith
The interaction between Solomon and the Queen of Sheba shows that asking questions is a vital part of growing in faith. Christians should not shy away from asking difficult questions and seeking answers through prayer, study, and fellowship.Verse 3. - And Solomon told her [הַגִּיד is used of solving riddles in Judges 14:13 (Bahr), and interpreting dreams Genesis 41:24; Daniel 5:12] all her questions [Heb. words]; there was not anything hid from the king, which he told her not.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And Solomon
שְׁלֹמֹ֖ה (šə·lō·mōh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne

answered
וַיַּגֶּד־ (way·yag·geḏ-)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

her questions;
דְּבָרֶ֑יהָ (də·ḇā·re·hā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

nothing
לֹֽא־ (lō-)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

was
הָיָ֤ה (hā·yāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

too difficult
נֶעְלָ֣ם (ne‘·lām)
Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 5956: To veil from sight, conceal

for
מִן־ (min-)
Preposition
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of

the king
הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

to explain.
הִגִּ֖יד (hig·gîḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous


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