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Later, Solomon formed an alliance with Pharaoh king of Egypt by marrying his daughter. Solomon brought her to the City of David until he had finished building his palace and the house of the LORD, as well as the wall around Jerusalem. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 3:1? 2. How does Solomon's alliance with Pharaoh reflect his political priorities in 1 Kings 3:1? 3. What spiritual dangers might arise from Solomon's marriage to Pharaoh's daughter? 4. How does Solomon's actions in 1 Kings 3:1 align with Deuteronomy 7:3-4? 5. What lessons can we learn about compromising faith for political gain today? 6. How can we ensure our alliances honor God rather than worldly interests? 7. Why did Solomon form an alliance with Pharaoh through marriage in 1 Kings 3:1? 8. How does Solomon's marriage to Pharaoh's daughter align with God's laws in Deuteronomy? 9. What does Solomon's alliance with Egypt reveal about his political strategy? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 3? 11. What are the Walls of Jerusalem? 12. 1 Kings 11:40 – Is there any historical record or secular source confirming Solomon’s conflicts with Egypt beyond the biblical account? 13. Is there archaeological evidence to support the mention of the “tower of David” and its “thousand shields” in Song of Solomon 4:4? 14. 1 Kings 11:3 – How is it physically and historically plausible for Solomon to have 700 wives and 300 concubines? Discussion Questions 1. What are the potential spiritual risks of forming alliances or relationships with those who do not share your faith, as seen in Solomon's marriage to Pharaoh's daughter? 2. How can we apply the warnings in Deuteronomy 7:3-4 to our modern-day relationships and decisions? 3. In what ways can we ensure that our personal and spiritual "building projects" are aligned with God's will and purpose for our lives? 4. Reflect on a time when a relationship or alliance influenced your spiritual journey. What lessons did you learn, and how can they guide your future decisions? 5. How can we balance the need for practical alliances in our lives with the call to remain faithful and obedient to God's commands? 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 3:1 NIV 1 Kings 3:1 NLT 1 Kings 3:1 ESV 1 Kings 3:1 NASB 1 Kings 3:1 KJV 1 Kings 3:1 Commentaries Bible Hub