CHARACTERS OF THE BIBLE Solomon
He is known as the wisest man to ever live, with riches beyond anyone’s wildest dreams. A man who took pleasure to its extreme, King Solomon is one of the most legendary figures of the Old Testament. He has inspired countless books, films, and songs. But what spiritual lessons can we learn from Solomon?
Born into royalty
The first surviving son after David’s adulterous relationship with Bathsheba, Solomon was also named Jedidiah, which means (2 Sam 12:24-25). Born early in his father’s reign (2 Sam
