2 Chronicles 9:13
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 9:13?

2. How does Solomon's wealth in 2 Chronicles 9:13 reflect God's blessings on obedience?

3. What lessons on stewardship can we learn from Solomon's accumulation of gold?

4. How does 2 Chronicles 9:13 compare with Jesus' teachings on wealth in Matthew 6:19-21?

5. In what ways can we prioritize spiritual riches over material wealth today?

6. How can Solomon's wealth in 2 Chronicles 9:13 inspire gratitude for God's provision?

7. How does 2 Chronicles 9:13 reflect the wealth of King Solomon?

8. What is the significance of 666 talents of gold in 2 Chronicles 9:13?

9. Does 2 Chronicles 9:13 suggest divine favor or human achievement for Solomon's wealth?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 9?

11. How can we reconcile the extravagant wealth of Solomon described in 2 Chronicles 9 (especially verses 13–28) with the lack of corresponding archaeological evidence?

12. Why does the biblical description of Solomon's wealth and empire lack external corroboration?

13. 2 Chronicles 1 – Why does this passage emphasize Solomon’s grandeur when other records of his reign mention serious moral and political failures?

14. Are the massive daily provisions listed for Solomon’s household (1 Kings 4:22–23) plausible, or do they indicate exaggeration?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Solomon's accumulation of wealth align or conflict with the warnings given to kings in Deuteronomy 17:17?

2. In what ways can the pursuit of wealth distract us from our relationship with God, and how can we guard against this in our own lives?

3. How can we apply the principle of stewardship to the resources God has entrusted to us, as seen in the example of Solomon's wealth?

4. What lessons can we learn from Solomon's life about the balance between seeking wisdom and accumulating wealth?

5. How does Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6:19-21 challenge our perspective on wealth and material possessions in light of Solomon's example?1. How does the visit of the Queen of Sheba illustrate the influence of wisdom?

2. How does Solomon's wisdom serve as a tool for diplomacy and cultural exchange?

3. Reflect on the impact of wealth and prosperity on Solomon's reign. In today's world, how should we balance the pursuit of wealth and spiritual growth?

4. Compare the Queen of Sheba's reaction to Solomon's wisdom to your reaction when you encounter wisdom in unexpected places.

5. How does the interaction between Solomon and the Queen of Sheba highlight the importance of humility?

6. What does Solomon's wealth tell us about the blessings of God? How should these blessings be used according to biblical teachings?

7. In what ways did Solomon utilize his wealth and resources? What can this teach us about stewardship in our lives today?

8. How did Solomon's alliances with other nations benefit his kingdom? What are the potential dangers of such alliances?

9. Reflect on the impermanence of Solomon's life despite his grandeur. How does this speak to our own lives and the legacy we want to leave?

10. What can we learn from the account of Solomon's life written in the books of the prophets?

11. What does Solomon's reign teach us about leadership, wisdom, and influence?

12. How does Solomon's life inspire you to use your own talents and resources for the greater good?

13. If you were in the position of the Queen of Sheba, what challenging questions would you ask Solomon?

14. In our present day, what can we learn from Solomon's approach to building alliances?

15. What role did faith play in Solomon's prosperity? How does this apply to your life?

16. How can we, as modern readers, interpret the vast wealth and grandeur depicted in Solomon's court?

17. What lessons does Solomon's life offer about the use and potential misuse of power?

18. Reflect on Solomon's death. What legacy did he leave behind?

19. How do you interpret the transfer of power from Solomon to his son Rehoboam?

20. Considering Solomon's wisdom and wealth, how can you apply these lessons to make positive changes in your own life and community?

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