Question 18
Solomon and the Divided KingdomSolomon could devote his attention to the building of the house of the LORD because
- A.of the supplies from the Queen of Sheba
- B.of Hiram's co-operation
- C.there was neither adversary nor misfortune
- D.of David's purchase of the site for the building.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (there was neither adversary nor misfortune)
Explanation
Solomon told Hiram that God had given him rest on every side, with ‘neither adversary nor misfortune’, so he could build the temple (1 Kings 5:4–5).