Solomon (Jedidiah) (feb 20, 970 BC – dec 31, 931 BC)
Description:
Solomon reigned for 40 years.Was Solomon an evil or righteous king?
Solomon began is reign righteously, but after marrying foreign wives, he led the people into idol worship.
Why does God say that the kingdom of Israel will split?
God tore the kingdom away from Solomon and split it between Rehoboam and Jeroboam because of Solomon’s unfaithfulness to the Lord.
Extra Detail:
Solomon built the first Temple in Jerusalem, dedicating it to Yahweh.
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Date:
feb 20, 970 BC
dec 31, 931 BC
~ 38 years