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When the queen of Sheba saw the wisdom of Solomon, the palace he had built, Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 9:3? 2. How does Solomon's wisdom in 2 Chronicles 9:3 inspire your daily decision-making? 3. What can we learn from the Queen of Sheba's reaction to Solomon's wisdom? 4. How does Solomon's wisdom reflect God's promise in 1 Kings 3:12-13? 5. In what ways can you seek God's wisdom in your current challenges? 6. How can Solomon's example in 2 Chronicles 9:3 guide your leadership responsibilities? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 9:3 demonstrate the historical accuracy of Solomon's wealth and wisdom? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the grandeur of Solomon's kingdom as described in 2 Chronicles 9:3? 9. How does the Queen of Sheba's reaction in 2 Chronicles 9:3 reflect on Solomon's divine wisdom? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 9? 11. Does the account of the Queen of Sheba's visit in 2 Chronicles 9:1-12 have any historical basis or extra-biblical support? 12. In Luke 11:31, is there credible historical evidence affirming that the Queen of the South recognized a divine wisdom comparable to, or foreshadowing, that of Jesus? 13. If 2 Chronicles 8:3 states Solomon conquered Hamath-Zobah, why is there little to no archaeological evidence supporting this campaign? 14. Why does the text (Song of Solomon 3:6-7) describe Solomon's procession with such grandeur, given the lack of archaeological evidence for this specific event? Discussion Questions 1. What can we learn from the Queen of Sheba's approach to seeking wisdom, and how can we apply this in our own pursuit of knowledge and understanding? 2. How does Solomon's wisdom and the prosperity of his kingdom reflect the blessings of following God's commandments, and how can this be applied in our personal and communal lives? 3. In what ways can we ensure that our lives, like Solomon's, serve as a testimony to God's wisdom and attract others to seek Him? 4. How does the account of Solomon's wisdom and the Queen of Sheba's visit challenge us to evaluate our stewardship of the resources and talents God has given us? 5. Reflecting on Jesus' reference to the Queen of Sheba in Matthew 12:42, how can we recognize and respond to the greater wisdom and revelation found in Christ? 2 Chronicles 9 Bible Study Questions 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? Links 2 Chronicles 9:3 NIV 2 Chronicles 9:3 NLT 2 Chronicles 9:3 ESV 2 Chronicles 9:3 NASB 2 Chronicles 9:3 KJV 2 Chronicles 9:3 Commentaries Bible Hub