Question 1

Why did the queen of Sheba come to visit Solomon?

Accepted Answer

The queen of Sheba came because she heard about Solomon’s fame that was tied to the name of the Lord. She wanted to see for herself if what she had heard was true, so she came to test him with hard questions. This shows she was not just curious about his wealth, but also about his wisdom and his God. Her long journey and rich gifts tell us she took this search for truth seriously and was willing to humble herself to ask and to learn.

Question 2

What are the “hard questions” the queen of Sheba asked Solomon?

Accepted Answer

The passage does not list the exact questions, but it tells us she spoke with Solomon about everything in her heart. These “hard questions” were likely deep matters about life, ruling a kingdom, justice, and the God whose name was linked with Solomon’s fame. The point is not the details of each question, but that Solomon could answer all of them. This shows that his wisdom came from God and touched every part of life, not just simple problems.

Question 3

What does it mean that “the half was not told me”?

Accepted Answer

When the queen says “the half was not told me,” she is admitting that the reports she heard in her own land did not come close to the reality she saw. She had heard of Solomon’s wisdom and prosperity, but when she saw his court, his servants, his house, and heard his answers, she realized the truth was far greater. This line shows how God’s blessings on Solomon went beyond human stories, and how seeing God’s work with one’s own eyes can be much stronger than hearing about it from others.

Question 4

Why does the queen of Sheba praise the Lord in this story?

Accepted Answer

After seeing Solomon’s wisdom and his ordered kingdom, the queen praises the Lord, saying that God delighted in Solomon to set him on Israel’s throne. She connects Solomon’s success to God’s love for Israel, saying that because the Lord loved Israel forever, he made Solomon king to do judgment and justice. So she is not only impressed by Solomon himself, but also recognizes that his rule and blessings come from Israel’s God. Her words show a foreign ruler honoring the Lord.

Question 5

What does this passage teach about leadership and justice?

Accepted Answer

This passage shows that good leadership is not just about wealth or show, but about wisdom and justice. The queen notes that God made Solomon king “to do judgment and justice.” His wise answers, the order of his servants, and the way his kingdom runs all point to fair and careful rule. It reminds readers that God gives authority so leaders can serve people rightly, not just enjoy riches. God’s favor is linked here to a king who rules with fairness and cares about what is right.

Question 6

Who is the queen of Sheba in this passage?

Accepted Answer

The queen of Sheba is a powerful ruler from a distant land, likely in the south, who had enough wealth to bring a great caravan with gold, spices, and precious stones. She is pictured as wise and thoughtful, willing to travel far to test what she has heard and to seek wisdom. She is also humble enough to admit she was wrong when she doubted the reports. In the end, she honors Solomon and praises the Lord, showing that even foreign rulers can recognize God’s work.

Question 7

What is the meaning of “there was no more spirit in her”?

Accepted Answer

When the passage says “there was no more spirit in her,” it means the queen of Sheba was overwhelmed and breathless when she saw Solomon’s wisdom, his house, his table, his servants, and his way of going up to the house of the Lord. It is a picture of deep amazement and respect. She had come with questions and doubts, but what she saw and heard left her stunned. This helps explain why she then speaks so strongly about Solomon’s greatness and the Lord’s goodness.

Question 8

Why are the gifts of gold, spices, and almug trees important in this story?

Accepted Answer

The gifts highlight both the queen’s honor toward Solomon and God’s blessing on Israel. She brings a huge amount of gold, rare spices, and precious stones, showing her respect and the rich trade of her land. In return, Solomon gives her all she desires and more from his royal bounty. The mention of almug trees and how rare they were shows how unusual and rich these exchanges were. Together they paint a picture of nations bringing their wealth and honor to the king God has blessed.

Question 9

What does this passage show about God’s relationship with Israel?

Accepted Answer

The queen’s words make God’s love for Israel very clear. She says the Lord delighted in Solomon and set him on the throne because the Lord loved Israel forever. This means Solomon’s wisdom and wealth are not just personal success, but signs that God cares for his people and wants them to be led with justice. The scene of a foreign queen praising the Lord also hints that God’s goodness to Israel is meant to be seen by other nations, so that they, too, may honor him.

Question 10

How can this story of Solomon and the queen of Sheba apply to my life today?

Accepted Answer

This story encourages you to seek real wisdom, to come with honest questions, and to be ready to admit when God’s truth is greater than you expected. The queen traveled far, asked freely, and praised God when she saw his work. You can follow her example by bringing your questions about life and faith to God, through prayer and his Word. It also challenges you, in any role of influence, to value justice and fairness, remembering that all gifts and insight come from God, not from yourself.

1 Kings 10:1

And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the Lord, she came to prove him with hard questions.

The Queen of Sheba

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1 Kings 10:1

And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the Lord, she came to prove him with hard questions.

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The Queen of Sheba

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