1 Kings 10:6–9

10:6 She said to the king, “The report I heard in my own country about your wise sayings and insight13 was true! 10:7 I did not believe these things until I came and saw them with my own eyes. Indeed, I didn’t hear even half the story!14 Your wisdom and wealth15 surpass what was reported to me. 10:8 Your attendants, who stand before you at all times and hear your wise sayings, are truly happy!16 10:9 May the Lord your God be praised because he favored17 you by placing you on the throne of Israel! Because of the Lord’s eternal love for Israel, he made you king so you could make just and right decisions.”18

13	tn Heb “about your words [or perhaps, “deeds”] and your wisdom.”
14	tn Heb “the half was not told to me.”
15	tn Heb “good.”
16	tn Heb “How happy are your men! How happy are these servants of yours, who stand before you continually, who hear your wisdom!”
17	tn Or “delighted in.”
18	tn Heb “to do justice and righteousness.”