◄ 1 Kings 3:26 ►
Then the woman whose son was alive spoke to the king because she yearned with compassion for her son. "Please, my lord," she said, "give her the living baby. Do not kill him!" But the other woman said, "He will be neither mine nor yours. Cut him in two!" Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 3:26? 2. How does 1 Kings 3:26 illustrate a mother's sacrificial love for her child? 3. What does the true mother's reaction reveal about her character and priorities? 4. How does this verse demonstrate Solomon's wisdom in discerning true intentions? 5. How can we apply the principle of sacrificial love in our daily lives? 6. What other biblical examples show wisdom in resolving difficult situations? 7. How does 1 Kings 3:26 demonstrate Solomon's wisdom in resolving disputes? 8. What does the reaction of the true mother in 1 Kings 3:26 reveal about maternal love? 9. How does 1 Kings 3:26 illustrate the theme of justice in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 3? 11. Did David commit rape against Bathsheba? 12. Who is the true mother of the living child? 13. How do we reconcile the apparent capacity discrepancy of the bronze sea between 1 Kings 7:26 (2,000 baths) and 2 Chronicles 4:5 (3,000 baths)? 14. How could David and Abishai enter Saul's camp and take his spear and water jug unnoticed by 3,000 soldiers? (1 Samuel 26:7-12) Discussion Questions 1. How does Solomon's request for wisdom in 1 Kings 3:9-12 prepare him for the judgment he makes in 1 Kings 3:26? 2. In what ways can we seek and apply Godly wisdom in our daily decision-making processes? 3. How does the true mother's response in 1 Kings 3:26 reflect the nature of Christ's love for us? 4. What are some practical ways we can demonstrate discernment and justice in our leadership roles? 5. How can we ensure that our actions and decisions reflect the true intentions of our hearts, as seen in the account of the two women? 1 Kings 3 Bible Study Questions 1. What was Solomon's main request from God in his dream? Why is this significant? 2. How does Solomon's choice reflect his character and readiness to be king? 3. In what ways does God's response to Solomon's request demonstrate His divine character? 4. How did Solomon's dream impact his leadership style? 5. What can we learn from Solomon's request when praying for our own needs or desires? 6. Consider the case of the two women. What does their story teach about love and motherhood? 7. How does Solomon's solution to the problem show his wisdom? 8. What was the reaction of the people when they heard of Solomon's judgement? Why do you think they reacted this way? 9. How can we apply the wisdom Solomon demonstrated in our own decision-making? 10. Why do you think Solomon chose to marry Pharaoh's daughter? What were the potential implications of this decision? 11. If you were in Solomon's shoes, what would you have asked God for? Why? 12. How can we discern between self-interest and the greater good in our own lives, as Solomon did in his dream? 13. How can leaders today apply Solomon's approach to governance in their leadership? 14. How can Solomon's wisdom help you handle disputes or conflicts in your own life? 15. How does Solomon's interaction with God in his dream affect your understanding of prayer and divine communication? 16. How does God's promise of a long life if Solomon obeys His commandments resonate with the New Testament's teachings on obedience? 17. What does this chapter reveal about the nature and power of true wisdom? 18. How does Solomon's wise judgement reflect on the value of justice and fairness in society today? 19. In what ways does Solomon's dream speak to the importance of setting the right priorities in life? 20. Reflecting on the narrative of the two women and the baby, how would you use wisdom to decide in a difficult situation you currently face or might face in the future? Links 1 Kings 3:26 NIV 1 Kings 3:26 NLT 1 Kings 3:26 ESV 1 Kings 3:26 NASB 1 Kings 3:26 KJV 1 Kings 3:26 Commentaries Bible Hub