2 Chroniques - Caput 1

2 Chroniques 1.1 confortatus est ergo Salomon filius David in regno suo et Dominus erat cum eo et magnificavit eum in excelsum 2 Chroniques 1.2 praecepitque Salomon universo Israheli tribunis et centurionibus et ducibus et iudicibus omnis Israhel et principibus familiarum 2 Chroniques 1.3 et abiit cum universa multitudine in excelsum Gabaon ubi erat tabernaculum foederis Dei quod fecit Moses famulus Dei in solitudine 2 Chroniques 1.4 arcam autem Dei adduxerat David de Cariathiarim in locum quem paraverat ei et ubi fixerat illi tabernaculum hoc est in Hierusalem 2 Chroniques 1.5 altare quoque aeneum quod fabricatus fuerat Beselehel filius Uri filii Ur ibi erat coram tabernaculo Domini quod et requisivit Salomon et omnis ecclesia 2 Chroniques 1.6 ascenditque Salomon ad altare aeneum coram tabernaculo foederis Domini et obtulit in eo mille hostias 2 Chroniques 1.7 ecce autem in ipsa nocte apparuit ei Deus dicens postula quod vis ut dem tibi 2 Chroniques 1.8 dixitque Salomon Deo tu fecisti cum David patre meo misericordiam magnam et constituisti me regem pro eo 2 Chroniques 1.9 nunc igitur Domine Deus impleatur sermo tuus quem pollicitus es David patri meo tu enim fecisti me regem super populum tuum multum qui tam innumerabilis est quam pulvis terrae 2 Chroniques 1.10 da mihi sapientiam et intellegentiam ut egrediar coram populo tuo et ingrediar quis enim potest hunc populum tuum digne qui tam grandis est iudicare 2 Chroniques 1.11 dixit autem Deus ad Salomonem quia hoc magis placuit cordi tuo et non postulasti divitias et substantiam et gloriam neque animas eorum qui te oderunt sed nec dies vitae plurimos petisti autem sapientiam et scientiam ut iudicare possis populum meum super quem constitui te regem 2 Chroniques 1.12 sapientia et scientia data sunt tibi divitias autem et substantiam et gloriam dabo tibi ita ut nullus in regibus nec ante te nec post te fuerit similis tui 2 Chroniques 1.13 venit ergo Salomon ab excelso Gabaon in Hierusalem coram tabernaculo foederis et regnavit super Israhel 2 Chroniques 1.14 congregavitque sibi currus et equites et facti sunt ei mille quadringenti currus et duodecim milia equitum et fecit eos esse in urbibus quadrigarum et cum rege in Hierusalem 2 Chroniques 1.15 praebuitque rex argentum et aurum in Hierusalem quasi lapides et cedros quasi sycomoros quae nascuntur in campestribus multitudine magna 2 Chroniques 1.16 adducebantur autem ei et equi de Aegypto et de Coa a negotiatoribus regis qui ibant et coemebant pretio 2 Chroniques 1.17 quadrigam equorum sescentis argenteis et equum centum quinquaginta similiter de universis regnis Cettheorum et a regibus Syriae emptio celebrabatur 2 Chroniques 1.18 decrevit autem Salomon aedificare domum nomini Domini et palatium sibi

2 Chroniques : Caput 1

Introduction to the Reign of Solomon

Chapter 1 of 2 Chronicles marks the glorious beginning of Solomon's reign. This seminal passage asks us what constitutes a good beginning. At the heart of this account is Solomon's request for wisdom from God at Gibeon. This chapter addresses essential themes such as humility, divine priorities, and the blessings that come from wise choices.

The Request for Wisdom

God's generous response to Solomon's request demonstrates His approval of the priorities put forward by the king. Thus, 2 Chronicles 1 sets an encouraging tone for Solomon's reign, emphasizing the importance of divine wisdom in governance.

Exploring Bible Passages

We invite you to explore five biblical passages that echo the central themes of this opening chapter.

Correlated Bible Passages

1 Kings 3:5-9

At Gibeon, the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream during the night and said, "Ask me for anything you wish, and I will give it you." Solomon replied, "Give your servant an understanding heart to govern your people, to discern between good and evil. For who is able to govern your great people?" » This parallel passage in 1 Kings recounts the same event as in 2 Chronicles 1, where Solomon seeks divine wisdom.

James 1:5

"If any of you lacks wisdom, ask God, who gives wisdom to all freely and willingly, and it will be given to you." This verse resonates with Solomon's call to wisdom in 2 Chronicles 1, encouraging every believer to seek divine wisdom.

Proverbs 2:6

"For the Lord is the giver of wisdom; From his mouth come knowledge and understanding.” This proverb, attributed to Solomon, reflects his experience of receiving wisdom from God, as recounted in 2 Chronicles 1.

Matthew 6:33

“Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” » This teaching of Jesus illustrates the principle emphasized by Solomon in 2 Chronicles 1, where he first sought God's wisdom and received additional blessings.

1 Kings 10:23

"So King Solomon became greater in riches and wisdom than all the kings of the earth." This verse summarizes the result of Solomon's choices in 2 Chronicles 1, showing how God blessed him with wisdom and riches.

Conclusion

Through these passages, we understand that the pursuit of divine wisdom is essential to living a life in accordance with God's will. Solomon's reign reminds us of the importance of placing divine priorities above all else in order to receive the blessings God has to offer.