Yes, I was great, greater than anyone else who had ever lived in Jerusalem, and my wisdom never failed me.
So I was great, and increased more than all that were before me in Jerusalem: also my wisdom remained with me.
So I became great and increased more than all who were before me in Jerusalem. Also my wisdom remained with me and stood by me.
So I became far greater than all who preceded me in Jerusalem. Moreover, my wisdom stood by me.
And I surpassed in opulence all who were before me in Jerusalem. My wisdom also persevered with me.