JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2005 Question 45

Question 45

Solomon and the Divided Kingdom

What punishment did God give Solomon for his unwise policies?

  1. A.Jeroboam was empowered by God to conquer him.
  2. B.He caused Rezon to demolish the high place which he built.
  3. C.He raised up Hadad, the Edomite as an adversary against him.
  4. D.The kingdom was torn from him and given to his servant.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (The kingdom was torn from him and given to his servant.)

Explanation

God told Solomon He would tear the kingdom from him and give it to his servant (1 Kings 11:11), which happened under Jeroboam.