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The king also served as Judge of the entire nation and was looked up to as an example. He was only 12 years old at the time, and had trepidation lest he stumble in judgment See 1 Kings ch.3 and the link Jewish History Timeline. Also:
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Did king Solomon die faithful or did he worship other gods in the end?
MY VIEW: It is true that Solomon worshipped other gods, but if you will read the Book of Ecclesiastes, which was written toward the end of his live and keep in mind the Vanity that he continually speaks of and especially his summation in chapter 12, verse 13-14 it seems quite probable that Solomon fully returned to the LORD. Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, " Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is man's all. For God will bring every work into judgment, including every secret thing, whether good or bad." Solomon was the wisest man on earth and if you count God's wisdom over man's wisdom you can dare say the wisest man ever. Solomon's desire was to use his wisdom to investigate all avenues of life including the worship of other gods and he found out that all is vanity and grasping for the wind. Jewish view: According to the Talmud (Shabbat 56b), Solomon did not personally worship other gods. Rather, he didn't restrain his wives from doing so. He had wives who had converted from other (polytheistic) nations and, when he grew old, he wasn't energetic enough in supervising their households. Following in the prophetic system of castigation, he is criticised (1 kings ch.11) as if he himself had gone astray.
What is King Solomon known for?
The Bible tells us that King Solomon embarked on a program of public building, including the first Jerusalem Temple, a palace in Jerusalem and many magnificent buildings throughout Israel. Until recently, when archaeologists found remains that fitted the biblical narrative, such as the casement walls or 'stables' at Megiddo, they automatically assigned them to the Solomonic period. In just the last few years, some archaeologists have begun to question those assignments because they are anomalous when compared to similar finds elsewhere in the ancient Near East. Some archaeologists now attribute the prosperous and expansive 'Solomonic' era to the time of Kings Omri and Ahab. Based on the latest archaeological research, it may be hard to find any evidence from the time of Solomon. If this is confirmed, Solomon can be considered a minor local chieftain, who accomplished nothing of lasting value.
What book of the old testament is also called Canticles?
The book of the Old Testament that is also called Canticles is the Song of Solomon. It is a collection of love poems between two lovers that has been interpreted as an allegory of the relationship between God and his people.
What do Solomon and Rehoboam and Jeroboam have in common?
Solomon, Rehoboam, and Jeroboam were all kings in ancient Israel. Solomon was known for his wisdom and wealth, Rehoboam was Solomon's son who ruled after him and led to the split of the kingdom, and Jeroboam was the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel after the split. They were all key figures in the history of Israel.
What is the 20th book in the Hebrew Bible called?
The 20th book in the Hebrew Bible is the book of Proverbs. It is considered one of the "wisdom" books in the Old Testament and is attributed mostly to King Solomon.
Who was speaking in Proverbs 4?
The wisdom of King Solomon given by God when he ask for it. Proverbs 4 is known to have been spoken by King Solomon during his time in the Old Testament Bible. Not only proverbs 4 but almost the whole book of Proverbs.
Who chose wisdom over all things?
God spoke to Solomon in a dream (1 Kings 3:5) and offered him to choose something, which He would grant. Solomon, who was quite young (12 years old) and was in awe of the great responsibility that rested upon him, asked God for wisdom, and was granted it on a vast scale."And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding, exceedingly much,...as the sand that is on the sea-shore. And Solomon's wisdom excelled the wisdom of all the children of the east, and all the wisdom of Egypt. For he was wiser than all men...and his fame was in all the nations round about...And there came of all peoples to hear the wisdom of Solomon, from all kings of the earth..."See also:More about Solomon
Which king is known as the wisest fool?
Solomon was, until he backslid in his old age. 1Kings 4:30 And Solomon's wisdom excelled the wisdom of all the children of the east country, and all the wisdom of Egypt.
What are the wisdom books found in the Old Testament?
Books known as wisdom books, found in the Protestant Old Testament are Ecclesiastes, Job, Psalms, Proverbs and Song of Solomon. Deuterocanonical (Catholic) wisdom books include Ecclesiasticus and Wisdom of Solomon.
How many books of wisdom are in the old testament?
The three books of king Solomon are wisdom books.
Why did Solomon ask for wisdom?
1 King 11:40 40 Solomon tried to kill Jeroboam, but Jeroboam fled to Egypt, to Shishak the king, and stayed there until Solomon's death.Solomon's Death41 As for the other events of Solomon's reign-all he did and the wisdom he displayed-are they not written in the book of the annals of Solomon? 42 Solomon reigned in Jerusalem over all Israel forty years.
Name threepersons from the old testament as great models of wisdom?
The three persons of model wisdom are as follows. 1 King Solomon. 2 Danniel. 3 Joseph.
What are the six books of wisdom in the Bible?
There are actually seven books in the Catholic bible that are traditionally called the "Wisdom books." They are: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, Wisdom, and Sirach.
What book in the Bible portrays Wisdom as a woman?
AnswerThere is a whole genre of books known as "Wisdom literature" in which Lady Wisdom is mentioned. The Book of Proverbs in the Old Testament is substantially concerned with Wisdom. Scholars say that it is clear that Wisdom was not personified wisdom, but perceived as a female spirit, coexistent with God from the beginning. Later layers were added to Proverbs, prrsenting philosophical wisdom, thereby diluting and obscuring the original story of Lady Wisdom.Wisdom is mentioned in other Old Testament references, including the Deuterocanonical book, Ecclesisaticus.Lady Wisdom is also mentioned in the New Testament:Matthew 11:19: "... But wisdom is justified of her children."Luke 7:35: "But wisdom is justified of all her children."Luke 11:31: "The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with the men of this generation, and condemn them: for she came from the utmost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here. "Luke 11:49: "Therefore also said the wisdom of God, I will send them prophets and apostles, and some of them they shall slay and persecute: "
What are the list of the books that contains wisdom in the old testaments?
They are Proverbs and Song of Songs (Song of Solomon).AdditionallyPsalms, Job, and Ecclesiastes are also categorized as part of the Wisdom books of the Bible. The Catholic Bible also includes the book of Wisdom and Sirach.
What name means loved by god?
Jedidiah - the name given to Solomon by God in the Old Testament. I think Amy can mean loved by God too.
Who are the two Old Testament kings that built Temples for God?
The two Old Testament kings who built Temples for God are Solomon and David. Solomon built the first Temple in Jerusalem, known as Solomon's Temple, while David prepared materials for the construction of the Temple but was unable to build it himself.
