In his dream God says, "Ask what I shall give thee" (v. 5). Solomon's reply is "give thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad" (v. 9). The Lord is pleased with the Solomon's request and in his response lays out the competing interests in our hearts that might distract from or overshadow our pursuit of or desire for wisdom
- "riches" or "wealth" (v. 11, 13)
- "honour" (v. 13)
- help in the struggle for power - "the life of thine enemies" (v. 11)
- safety "lengthen thy days" (v. 14)
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