How does Solomon’s decline inform us about righteousness, faithfulness, relationships, and other religions?

The Background Solomon was the son of David and Bathsheba, and his kingship is presented in 1 Kings 3:1-11:43, 1 Chronicles 29-2 Chronicles 1-9. This period is both the highest glory of the nation of Israel and, at the same time, the lowest point of the monarchy. Solomon began his reign with an Israel of geographic proportions never again equaled. The weakness of the Solo­monic administration led to the dissolution of the extensive Davidic empire. The Assignment Read 1 Kings 11 in a translation with which you are comfortable. If you do not have a hard copy of the Bible, you can access an online version at www.biblegateway.com. As you read the passage look for several important matters and prepare to answer the following questions: What were the causes of Solomon’s decline? How does Solomon’s decline inform us about righteousness, faithfulness, relationships, and other religions? In light of Solomon’s actions and decline, what can we identify in our contemporary culture that has the potential to turn our hearts away from God? Answer the questions on the following page using the following format: Read the Interpretative Essay prompts and being certain to answer every question listed in the prompts. These exercises will focus on the interpretation, application, and integration of the biblical text. The essay should be a flowing discussion of the questions, rather than bullet point answers. These essays are designed to reflect an intentional emphasis on the integration of biblical faith and learning into your field of study. That is, when applying the text or answering the question, answer it through the lens of your general field of study (i.e. business, nursing, kinesiology, education, counseling, etc…). The entire file must be uploaded to Canvas Use Times New Roman size 12 font, 1” margins, and double-spaced One paragraph of at least three sentences each as aresponse for each of the questions (give answers to the questions on the following page). Conclude with a reflection on what you think is the importance of this passage, for example, with respect to any differences you detect between what this passage has to say in contrast to any views you believe are current in our wider culture, any matters you believe have not been given sufficient attention in any church of which you have been involved, what this passage has to say about what God intends for your own life. Please submit your completed essay through Canvas. Interpretative Essay on the Historical Books Remember, this should be a flowing essay What were the causes of Solomon’s decline? How does Solomon’s decline inform us about righteousness, faithfulness, relationships, and other religions? In light of Solomon’s actions and decline, what can we identify in our contemporary culture that has the potential to turn our hearts away from God? Conclude with a reflection on what you think is the importance of this passage, for example, with respect to any differences you detect between what this passage has to say in contrast to any views you believe are current in our wider culture, any matters you believe have not been given sufficient attention in any church of which you have been involved, what this passage has to say about what God intends for your own life.