Events Tagged: "Solomon"

Death of David, Solomon becomes king - after succession struggle with Adonijah, Solomon established on throne

Hiram of Tyre allies with David and Solomon - provides cedar, craftsmen, and expertise for Temple construction

Solomon begins Temple construction - with Hiram of Tyre's help, using cedar of Lebanon, forced labor

Solomon dedicates First Temple - Ark of Covenant installed, cloud of glory fills Temple, sacrifices offered

Queen of Sheba visits Solomon - tests his wisdom, establishes trade relations, gives 120 talents of gold

Queen of Sheba brings spices to Solomon - controls frankincense and myrrh trade from Yemen, establishes trade relations

Death of Solomon - Rehoboam succeeds, northern tribes gather at Shechem to negotiate