2 Chronicles 1:7
In that night did God appear unto Solomon, and said unto him, Ask what I shall give thee.
Cross-references
2 Chronicles 7:12 is a later night appearance to Solomon after the temple dedication, mirroring the pattern of divine communication here.
In 1 Kings 3:5-15, the same event is recorded — God's invitation to Solomon to ask, and Solomon's wise request for wisdom.
In Mark 10:36, Jesus asks 'What do you want me to do for you?' — mirroring God's open-ended invitation to Solomon.
Mark 10:37 records James and John asking for positions of honor — contrasting sharply with Solomon's humble request for wisdom.
In Mark 10:51, Jesus asks blind Bartimaeus 'What do you want me to do for you?' — the same generous invitation as to Solomon.
1 Kings 3:4 describes the massive sacrifice at Gibeon that preceded this night vision, providing the immediate context for God's appearance.
1 Kings 9:2 explicitly refers back to this first appearance at Gibeon, noting the second time God appeared to Solomon.
1 John 5:15 assures believers that asking according to God's will is heard, echoing the open invitation God gave Solomon to ask anything.
Matthew 6:33 teaches seeking God's kingdom first, which Solomon exemplified by prioritizing wisdom over riches when given the choice.