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JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1984 Question 19

Question 19

Solomon and the Divided Kingdom

As David was about to die, he charged Solomon to keep God's statutes, commandments, ordinances and testimonies, so that he, Solomon might

  1. A.prosper and the Davidic dynasty be preserved for ever
  2. B.receive his father's blessing
  3. C.have children who would succeed him
  4. D.avenge the enemies of David
  5. E.complete the temple project.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (prosper and the Davidic dynasty be preserved for ever)

Explanation

David told Solomon to keep God's law 'that you may prosper in all that you do' and that God would keep his promise of an everlasting throne (1 Kings 2:3–4).