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The Wisdom of King Solomon

Solomon was King David's 30th son. He was known for his wisdom, wealth and writings. He became the ruler of Israel in approximately 967 B.C. Instead of glory, riches, conquests, longevity or fame he humbly asked for wisdom and knowledge. One popularly quoted account showing Solomon’s wisdom is described in the book of Kings. Two prostitutes come before Solomon to resolve a quarrel about which of them was the true mother of a baby. Solomon threatens to split the baby in half. One woman was prepared to accept the decision, but the other begged the King to give the baby to the other woman. Solomon then knew the second woman was the mother.

In terms of wealth, in today’s dollars Solomon would be a “trillionaire,” making the wealth of Bill Gates or Warren Buffet seem small by comparison. Fortunately for us, he recorded much of his wisdom in the Book of Proverbs. Regardless of your beliefs or religious practices, Solomon’s ideas about how to seek and use wisdom ring true. While some people are intent upon corralling religion away from government, business and society, according to Solomon, building a successful kingdom (or practice), requires quite the reverse. Peeking behind the veil of knowledge possessed by Solomon illuminates ways to lead. Especially today, at a time so desperate for true leadership. From the book of Proverbs:	For more about King Solomon and the Book of Proverbs, read The Richest Man Who Ever Lived by Steven K. Scott
15:2 A wise teacher makes learning a joy; a rebellious teacher spouts foolishness. 18:15 The intelligent man is always open to new ideas. In fact, he looks for them. 12:27 A lazy man won’t even dress the game he gets while hunting, but the diligent man makes good use of everything he finds. 15:22 Plans go wrong with too few counselors; many counselors bring success. 28:20 The man who wants to do right will get a rich reward. But the man who wants to get rich quick will quickly fail. 10:2 Ill-gotten gain brings no lasting happiness; right living does. 12:25 Anxious hearts are very heavy but a word of encouragement does wonders! 28:13 A man who refuses to admit his mistakes can never be successful. But if he confesses and forsakes them, he gets another chance. 16:23 From a wise mind comes careful and persuasive speech. 14:28 A growing population is a king’s glory; a dwindling nation is his doom. 25:28 A man without self-control is as defenseless as a city with broken-down walls. 22:28 Do not move the ancient boundary marks. That is stealing. 3:3 Never tire of loyalty and kindness. Hold these virtues tightly. Write them deep within your heart. Every summer Bill does something a little different. Subscribe to Monday Morning Motivation and see for yourself!
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