- Solomon - Wikipedia
He is also the subject of many later references and legends, most notably in the Testament of Solomon, part of biblical apocrypha from the 1st century CE The historicity of Solomon is the subject of significant debate
- Solomon | Sources, Meaning, Temple, Facts | Britannica
Solomon was a biblical Israelite king who built the first Temple of Jerusalem and who is revered in Judaism and Christianity for his wisdom and in Islam as a prophet
- Solomon - Encyclopedia of The Bible - Bible Gateway
Summary of Solomon’s contributions to Israel’s national life For the first time, under Solomon, Israel experienced a relatively consistent period of peace and prosperity
- Solomon - World History Encyclopedia
King Solomon is credited in the Hebrew scriptures as sponsoring, planning, funding, and executing the building of the Temple to house the Ark of the Covenant, per the wishes of his father, King David, and God
- The Story of Solomon in the Bible - Chabad. org
King Solomon (“Shlomo Hamelech” or שְׁלֹמֹה הַמֶּלֶךְ in Hebrew) was the third king of Israel He was the son of King David and Bathsheba He ruled Israel for forty years, ushering in an era of peace and prosperity for his people He is famous for building the First Holy Temple in Jerusalem
- What are the key events and lessons from Solomons life?
Ultimately, Solomon’s life underscores the essential biblical theme: trust and obedience to God form the cornerstone of national and personal flourishing When the heart strays, even the wisest mind cannot prevent eventual consequences
- Life of King Solomon - Bible Study
Solomon, whose name means peace or peaceful, was the second child produced by King David and Bathsheba God referred to him as Jedidiah which means "beloved of Jehovah" (2Samuel 12:25)
- Who was King Solomon in the Bible? - BibleAsk
Solomon’s enduring legacy lies not only in the physical structures he built, such as the magnificent Temple in Jerusalem, but also in the timeless wisdom and insights found in the biblical books attributed to him, including Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon
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