Who captured the city of Jerusalem and made it his capital of a Jewish Kingdom?

(a)  

How many years did it take to complete the Temple?

(a)  

What was the Temple modeled after?

(a)  

What did the horns on the corner of the brazen alter represent?

(a)  

Who were the only people allowed to enter the Temple?

(a)  

What was the centerpiece of the Holiest of Holies?

(a)  

What was the primary purpose of the Temple?

(a)  

How does 1 and 2 Kings begin and end?

With a focus on (a)  

Why was the Temple significant?

Why does the Kingdom of Israel initially divide?

What was David's dream that Solomon completes?

What reasons does the author of the First Book of Kings give to explain the split of the kingdom?

How does Rehoboam respond to Jeroboam's request to ease the oppression of the Israelites? Explain why he responds this way.

Explain how the Bible presents a balanced portrayal of King David's positive and negative characteristics

What are some of King David's flaws?

Offer an example of Solomon's wisdom.

What are some signs that God is approving of Solomon's reign?

What triggers Solomon's downfall, and what splits the kingdom of Israel?

Explain what a prophet is and how people are often misunderstand the role of biblical prophets.

Offer two or three examples of how Jesus is a prohpet