Darda Summary
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Darda was a wise man, but Solomon's wisdom surpassed his.
Wise man surpassed by Solomon's wisdom
Lineage: Mahol › Darda
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- he דַּרְדַּע · H1862
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Darda Article
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Darda is mentioned in 1Ki 4:31 as one of the wise men whom King Solomon's wisdom surpassed. He is listed alongside Ethan the Ezrahite and the sons of Mahol, suggesting that he was a well-known figure renowned for his wisdom during that time.
The context of this passage emphasizes the exceptional wisdom that God had granted to Solomon, stating that his wisdom was greater than that of all the people of the East and all the wisdom of Egypt. By comparing Solomon's wisdom to that of Darda and the other wise men, the text highlights the unparalleled nature of Solomon's God-given wisdom.
Apart from this single mention, no other details about Darda's life, background, or specific areas of wisdom are provided in the Bible.
Darda Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
Pearl of wisdom, one of the four who were noted for their wisdom, but whom Solomon excelled (1 Kings 4:31).
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