1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 9:21?

2. How does 2 Chronicles 9:21 demonstrate God's provision for Solomon's kingdom?

3. What role did "ships of Tarshish" play in Solomon's wealth accumulation?

4. How can we apply Solomon's wisdom in managing resources to our lives today?

5. What connections exist between 2 Chronicles 9:21 and God's promises to Israel?

6. How does Solomon's wealth reflect God's blessings and fulfillment of His promises?

7. How does 2 Chronicles 9:21 support the historical accuracy of Solomon's wealth and trade?

8. What does 2 Chronicles 9:21 reveal about ancient Israel's maritime capabilities?

9. How does 2 Chronicles 9:21 reflect God's blessings on Solomon's reign?

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

11. Does the mention of Tarshish and other distant lands in Ezekiel 27 align with known ancient geography and historical records?

12. Psalm 48:7: How do we reconcile the claim that God breaks “the ships of Tarshish with an east wind” with natural explanations for maritime disasters?

13. In 2 Chronicles 8:2, Solomon rebuilds cities given by Hiram, yet 1 Kings 9:11-13 implies those cities were unacceptable to him; how can both accounts be accurate?

14. How many fighting men were in Israel? (2 Samuel 24:9 vs. 1 Chronicles 21:5)1. How does Solomon's trade with Tarshish reflect God's blessing on his reign, and what can we learn about seeking God's wisdom in our own lives?

2. In what ways can material wealth become a distraction from our relationship with God, and how can we guard against this in our daily lives?

3. How does the partnership between Solomon and Huram illustrate the importance of godly alliances, and what are some ways we can form such partnerships today?

4. Considering the wealth and trade of Solomon's kingdom, how can we trust in God's provision for our needs, even when resources seem scarce?

5. How do the references to the ships of Tarshish in other scriptures (e.g., Isaiah 2:16) provide a broader understanding of God's sovereignty and the eventual humbling of human pride?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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