◄ 1 Kings 2:23 ►
Then King Solomon swore by the LORD: "May God punish me, and ever so severely, if Adonijah has not made this request at the expense of his life. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 2:23? 2. How does 1 Kings 2:23 demonstrate the seriousness of breaking an oath to God? 3. What role does divine justice play in Solomon's decision in 1 Kings 2:23? 4. How does 1 Kings 2:23 connect with Proverbs 21:1 about a king's heart? 5. What can we learn about leadership accountability from Solomon's actions in 1 Kings 2:23? 6. How should Christians today approach promises, considering Solomon's response in 1 Kings 2:23? 7. Why did King Solomon swear an oath in 1 Kings 2:23? 8. How does 1 Kings 2:23 reflect God's justice? 9. What historical context led to Solomon's actions in 1 Kings 2:23? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 2? 11. Is King Solomon considered saved? 12. Why did Solomon execute Adonijah for requesting Abishag? 13. In 2 Chronicles 2:11-12, why does Tyrian King Hiram express devotion to Israel's God when no independent Tyrian records verify such reverence? 14. Does Solomon's sacrifice at high places (1 Kings 3:2-3) conflict with scriptural bans on worship outside the central sanctuary? Discussion Questions 1. How does Solomon's handling of Adonijah's request reflect his wisdom and understanding of leadership? 2. In what ways can we apply the principle of discernment in our own lives when faced with decisions or potential threats? 3. How does the concept of making oaths or promises before God influence our understanding of integrity and accountability? 4. What are some modern-day examples of subtle threats to our faith or responsibilities, and how can we address them? 5. How can we ensure that our ambitions align with God's will, and what steps can we take to guard against selfish or misguided desires? 1 Kings 2 Bible Study Questions 1. What aspects of David's advice to Solomon in 1 Kings 2:1-4 resonate with you the most? Why? 2. How do Solomon's actions in this chapter reflect the wisdom for which he is known? 3. In what ways does the story of Adonijah reflect the consequences of ambition and pride? 4. How does Solomon's treatment of Abiathar fulfill prophecy, and what does this suggest about God's sovereignty? 5. Discuss the moral implications of Solomon's judgment on Joab. How does it align or conflict with your understanding of justice? 6. What does Shimei's fate teach about obedience and consequences? 7. How do you think Solomon felt as he took these actions to secure his throne? Empathize with his position. 8. How does 1 Kings 2 demonstrate the balance between mercy and justice? 9. How can we apply David's parting advice to Solomon in our lives today? 10. What does this chapter teach us about handling power and authority responsibly? 11. Reflect on a situation in your life where you've had to exhibit wisdom similar to Solomon's in dealing with a challenging situation. 12. How do you reconcile the violent judgments in this chapter with a modern Christian perspective of love and forgiveness? 13. How can we as believers respond to betrayal, in light of Solomon's actions towards Adonijah and Abiathar? 14. In modern society, where do you see the consequences of disobedience to God's commandments? 15. Discuss a scenario where you had to balance loyalty with righteousness. 16. What qualities of Solomon's leadership do you find admirable or problematic? 17. How do these accounts of justice and righteousness inform your understanding of God's character? 18. How do you interpret the line "show yourself a man" from David's advice to Solomon in today's context? 19. How does this chapter's events shape the subsequent narrative of Solomon's reign? 20. Reflect on a situation where you've observed or experienced divine justice in your life. How does it align with the events of 1 Kings 2? Links 1 Kings 2:23 NIV 1 Kings 2:23 NLT 1 Kings 2:23 ESV 1 Kings 2:23 NASB 1 Kings 2:23 KJV 1 Kings 2:23 Commentaries Bible Hub