Psalms
What type of psalm shows regret?
When God first appeared to Solomon, what did he offer him?
Riches and power
Where was the Temple built?
On a hill north of Jerusalem.
When dealing with other places, how did Solomon differ from his father?
Solomon made agreements with them rather than using force.
If David and Solomon each reigned for forty years, in what year did their combined reigns end?
920 BC
Who are Royal Psalms applied to and why?
Jesus because he is the Messiah
What did Solomon ask of God?
An understanding heart and the ability to distinguish right from wrong.
The Nave and the Holy of Holies.
Under Solomon's leadership, how did Israel become Wealthy?
Great success in overseas trades?
Who did Solomon marry?
The daughter of an Egyptian pharaoh.
What psalms are designed to be used in public worship?
Hymns praising God and Zion's power.
Two women came to him, each claiming to be the mother of one baby.
What was the Temple meant for?
To be the center of worship, and to bind all people to God and Israel.
What program was begun under Solomon's leadership?
A great building program.
Why did Solomon not ask for riches and power?
He was a mere youth and did not yet know how to act
Why did Jesus pray the psalms often?
He was Jewish
Why did Solomon request a sword?
To cut the baby in half, to give half to each mother
Who could enter the innermost part of the Temple? When was he allowed to do this?
The High Priest, only on Yom Kippur.
What were three arts that began to flourish during Solomon's reign?
ivory carving, stonework, carpentry, and jewelry.
What was the great bronze bowl used for?
Priests to wash themselves before offering a sacrifice.
What is a psalm?
A poetic prayer to be sung or chanted
Solomon was grateful to the Lord for his gifts and offered a sacrifice. Following the sacrifice, what did he provide for all his servants?
A banquet.
What was contained in the Court of Priests?
A great altar used for offering sacrifices of all kinds.
What were the two most significant events that occurred during Solomon's reign?
The building of the Temple & the writing of the Bible beginning.
How many years ago was the Temple completed?
2983 years