2 Chronicles 1:11
And God said to Solomon, Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked riches, wealth, or honour, nor the life of thine enemies, neither yet hast asked long life; but hast asked wisdom and knowledge for thyself, that thou mayest judge my people, over whom I have made thee king:
Cross-references
1 Samuel 16:7 says God looks at the heart — explaining why God valued Solomon's humble request over outward blessings.
1 Kings 3:11 records the identical divine response — God commends Solomon for choosing wisdom over riches, long life, or enemies.
1 Kings 3:28 shows the result: Solomon's wisdom was recognized by Israel, fulfilling what he asked for in 2 Chronicles 1:11.
1 Kings 8:18 echoes 'because it was in your heart' — God commends David's intention, mirroring His approval of Solomon's heart.
1 Kings 3:12 is the parallel account where God grants Solomon a wise and discerning heart, same event.
1 Chronicles 29:17 says God tests the heart and delights in uprightness, aligning with His assessment of Solomon's heart.
1 Chronicles 28:2 shows David saying 'I had it in my heart' to build — a similar heart-desire, though for a different purpose.