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What Went Wrong With Solomon on Mount Zion?

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CHAPTER

Solomon's Reign: Wealth and Wisdom

This chapter examines the complexities of King Solomon's reign, underscoring how immense wealth and power can lead to moral corruption, even for the wise. It integrates the narrative of Solomon's rise to power, his significant connections to the Garden of Eden, and the implications of his marriage alliances, while also exploring the cultural practices of worship at high places. The chapter culminates in Solomon's humble plea for wisdom from Yahweh, suggesting that true understanding requires discernment of one's motivations and the divine foundation of wisdom.

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