Solomon’s wise lessons An EasyEnglish Bible Version and
Commentary (2800 word vocabulary) on the Old Testament Book of
Proverbs chapters 1 to 9 This commentary has been through
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Solomon ruled the nation of Israel for 40 years. He brought
peace and wealth to the nation. Solomon’s workmen built palaces,
and the great temple (house of God in Jerusalem). The people of
Israel learned arts, sciences and music. When he was young,
Solomon obeyed God. He asked God for wisdom, and God gave it to
him (1 Kings 3:9, 12). Other rulers, including the queen of
Sheba, visited Solomon (1 Kings 10:1-13). She asked him many
questions. His answers showed great knowledge of many subjects.
He taught about plants, animals and fish. Solomon became more
and more famous. Solomon learned and wrote many proverbs (wise
words). He collected 3000 proverbs (1 Kings 4:29-34). The Book
of Proverbs contains many of these proverbs. The Book of
Proverbs also contains other lessons about wi