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  1. Solomon - Wikipedia

    [8] Considered a Jewish prophet, Solomon is portrayed as wealthy, wise, powerful, and a dedicated follower of Yahweh (God), [9] as attested by the eponymous Solomon's Temple. [10][11] He is also …

  2. Biography of King Solomon: The Wisest Man Who Ever Lived

    Aug 23, 2024 · King Solomon was the wisest man who ever lived and also one of the most foolish. God gifted him with unsurpassed wisdom, which Solomon squandered by disobeying God's …

  3. Solomon | Sources, Meaning, Temple, & Facts | Britannica

    Jan 6, 2026 · 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.

  4. 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).

  5. 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 …

  6. Solomon | The Biblical Timeline

    Solomon began his reign as a deeply spiritual leader of his nation, one who desired nothing so much as wisdom adequately to serve God and the interests of his people (1 Ki 3:3—9).

  7. King Solomon: When Wisdom Lost Its Way | Bible Study Toolbox

    Nov 27, 2025 · The rise of King Solomon began in a moment of national transition and spiritual weight. David, Israel’s greatest king, had reached

  8. King Solomon - Jewish Virtual Library

    Once Solomon’s empire was tranquil, he began to build the Holy Temple. He received wood from King Hiram of Tyre and imposed a compulsory labor service on both the Israelites and the foreign nations …

  9. 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.

  10. Solomon - New World Encyclopedia

    According to the Bible, Solomon was the builder of the first Temple in Jerusalem, also known as Solomon's Temple. He was renowned for his great wisdom, wealth, and power. He is described as …