2 Chronicles 1:10 net — Now give me wisdom and discernment so I can effectively lead this nation. Otherwise no one is able to make judicial dec…

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"Now give me wisdom and discernment so I can effectively lead this nation. Otherwise no one is able to make judicial decisions for this great nation of yours.”"

— 2 Chronicles 1:10, NET Bible

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2 Chronicles 1 — Context

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That night God appeared to Solomon and said to him,“Tell me what I should give you.”

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Solomon replied to God,“You demonstrated great loyalty to my father David and have made me king in his place.

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Now, LORD God, may your promise to my father David be realized, for you have made me king over a great nation as numerous as the dust of the earth.

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Now give me wisdom and discernment so I can effectively lead this nation. Otherwise no one is able to make judicial decisions for this great nation of yours.”

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God said to Solomon,“Because you desire this, and did not ask for riches, wealth, and honor, or for vengeance on your enemies, and because you did not ask for long life, but requested wisdom and discernment so you can make judicial decisions for my people over whom I have made you king,

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you are granted wisdom and discernment. Furthermore I am giving you riches, wealth, and honor surpassing that of any king before or after you.”

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Solomon left the meeting tent at the worship center in Gibeon and went to Jerusalem, where he reigned over Israel.

2 Chronicles 1:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 1:10 say?
2 Chronicles 1:10 in the NET Bible reads: “Now give me wisdom and discernment so I can effectively lead this nation. Otherwise no one is able to make judicial decisions for this great nation of yours.””
Where is 2 Chronicles 1:10 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 1:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 1, verse 10.
Who wrote 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 2 Chronicles about?
2 Chronicles narrates Solomon's reign and the kings of Judah down to the exile, with particular emphasis on the temple and faithful worship. It ends with Cyrus's decree authorizing the return — a note of hope for a people just home from Babylon.
What are the major themes of 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles explores themes including Temple, Worship, Faithful Kings, Reform, Return. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Chronicles 1:10.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 1:10 in?
2 Chronicles 1:10 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Chronicles 1:10?
2 Chronicles 1:10 reads (NET): “Now give me wisdom and discernment so I can effectively lead this nation. Otherwise no one is able to make judicial decisions for this great nation of yours.”” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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