Question 17
Solomon and the Divided KingdomWhich of the following reasons influenced the visit of the two harlots to King Solomon? To
- A.arbitrate on socio-economic issues
- B.seek a lift on the ban on prostitution
- C.seek justice over the issue of ownership
- D.test his wisdom and authority as claimed
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (seek justice over the issue of ownership)
Explanation
Both claimed the living child as theirs (1 Kings 3:16-22).