11 The Lord took away his sins, And exalted his horn for ever; And gave him a covenant of kings, And a throne of glory in Israel.
12 After him rose up a son, a man of understanding; And for his sake he lived at large.
13 Solomon reigned in days of peace; And to him God gave rest round about, That he might set up a house for his name, And prepare a sanctuary for ever.
14 How wise was you made in your youth, And filled as a river with understanding!
15 Your soul covered the earth, And you filled it with dark parables.
16 Your name reached to the aisles afar off; And for your peace you were beloved.
17 For your songs and proverbs and parables, And for your interpretations, the countries marveled at you.