Solomon • Jedidiah
King Solomon
Biblical EraKing Solomon, the wisest of all men, built the First Temple in Jerusalem. He composed the books of Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Songs. He ruled over Israel with peace and wisdom at the height of its glory.
Biography
King Solomon, the wisest of all men, built the First Temple in Jerusalem. He composed the books of Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Songs. He ruled over Israel with peace and wisdom at the height of its glory.
Life Story
Childhood
The son of King David and Bathsheba. He was born in Jerusalem and was anointed king during his father's lifetime.
Teachers
He studied under his father David and Nathan the Prophet.
Students
The sages of his generation.
Family
His son Rehoboam inherited the throne.
Key Events
The dream at Gibeon and his request for wisdom, the building of the Temple, the judgment of the two women, and the visit of the Queen of Sheba.
Miracles
His extraordinary wisdom, and the building of the Temple under Divine inspiration.
Influence
He built the Holy Temple, the center of Israel's worship and sanctity. His wisdom became a model for all generations.
Death
He passed away in old age, and in his days the first cracks appeared that would lead to the division of the kingdom.
Writings
Book of Proverbs
Ethics and wisdom
Sayings of wisdom and moral instruction.
Book of Ecclesiastes
Ethics and faith
A philosophical journey in search of the meaning of life.
Song of Songs
Spiritual poetry
A divine love poem, allegorically expressing the love between God and Israel.
His Way and Views
Torah Study
He delved deeply into the wisdom of the Torah and expounded upon it extensively.
Halacha
He established orders and structures for the Temple service and for the monarchy.
Faith
He asked for wisdom rather than wealth, and was granted both.
Ethics
In his writings, he explored the paths of ethics and faith.
Customs
He enacted ordinances concerning the Levitical cities and the Temple service.
Character
Wise, devoted to peace, and committed to building.
Public Role
A king who brought peace and prosperity to Israel.
Famous Quotes
"There is neither wisdom nor understanding against the Lord."
"The end of the matter, when all has been heard: fear God and keep His commandments."
Famous Stories
In a dream at Gibeon, the Lord appeared to Solomon and asked, "What do you seek?" Solomon asked for a wise heart to judge his people. The Lord granted him wisdom, as well as wealth and honor.
Two women came before Solomon, each claiming that the infant was hers. Solomon ordered that the child be divided in two, and the true mother relinquished her claim in order to save him.
Students
Teachers
Grave Site
Grave Details
- City
- Jerusalem
- Country
- Israel
Grave location unavailable
Timeline
Birth
The dream at Gibeon
Building of the Temple
Passing