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Solomon's sacrifice after the dream completes the story.
The story of God giving wisdom to Solomon is told as a chiasm (a mirrored structure where A and B reflect B' and A'). It highlights Solomon's interaction with the Lord:
A: While Solomon was sacrificing at Gibeon, the Lord appeared to him in a dream (1 Kings 3:4–5).
B: Solomon asked for wisdom to govern his people fairly and effectively (1 Kings 3:6–9).
B’: The Lord agreed to his request and gave him extra blessings (1 Kings 3:10–14).
A’: Solomon woke up from the dream and made more sacrifices to the Lord (1 Kings 3:15).
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People
LORD: Names or title used to refer to God Solomon: Son of David, king of Israel, known for his wisdom
Places
Jerusalem: The capital of Israel, a holy city for three religions
Glossary
Dreams Feasts and Festivals of Israel High Place King Kings, Books of First and Second Solomon (Person)
Topics
Dream of Solomon, Concerning his Choice of Wisdom Dreams: Mentioned in Scripture of Solomon Peace-Offerings: The Priest: Generally Accompanied by a Burnt-Offering Solomon: Piety of