King Solomon Research Paper

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When God grants knowledge, it is a given that the knowledge is going to surpass the average leader. When Solomon was granted knowledge by God, he went from a leader to an influencer, and a mighty good one at that, exemplified in 1 Kings 3:16-28. King Solomon was wise about what he asked the Lord for, and in return, the Lord blessed him with valuable knowledge. Solomon used this gift to his advantage when it came to his land and people, and it soon became noticeable that King Solomon was not the average leader. He embodied the gift of discernment and was able to truly bring out the vulnerable emotions in the women, therefore enabling him to successfully discern the truth.
I admire the vulnerability Solomon had with God, and it ultimately showed

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