The Era of Judges and Monarchs

1. Who was chosen to lead the Israelites and free them from the Philistines?

2. Who does Sampson appoint as first king of Israel?

3. What era was begun when Saul was appointed king?

4. . Who rules after Saul's death?

5. Why was Daivd not allowed to build the temple?

6. What was David famous for besides being a great warrior?

7. What city did David capture?

8. What king was known for his wisdom?

9. What radical act did Solomon commit on the advice of his father?

10. Why was Solomon able to build a temple for YHVH?

11. What were Solomon's talents beside being rich?

12. How did Solomon control the tribes in Israel and Judah?

13. How did Solomon make alliances with countries that surrounded Judah and Israel?

14. What place did Solomon see as strategically important to protecting his realm?

15. What trade was conducted in Jerusalem and where did it originate?

16. What famous queen from Africa visited Solomon?

17. After the death of Solomon, what happened to the kingdom?


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