👑 1 Kings 👑 (Book 11)

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As Israel awaits David's death, Adonijah organizes his own takeover of the kingdom. We learn Solomon was David's choice. Arrangements are quickly made to establish Solomon as king.

King David gives his last words before Solomon takes over Israel. Solomon orders the deaths of Adonijah, Joab, and Shimei.

Solomon's judgment regarding two women claiming to be the mother of an infant.

No action in this chapter, summarizing Solomon's leadership.

King Solomon and King Hiram make an agreement to get the national temple built for Israel.

SPECIFIC DETAILS OF ISRAEL’S FIRST TEMPLE.

King Solomon builds his own home.

King Solomon and all Israel move the Ark of the Covenant into the oracle of the temple. This is a huge celebration.

Solomon finishes the temple and completes another transaction with King Hiram. Solomon completes other projects, enslaving the groups of non-Israelites still living in the area from Judges 1.