Solomon's kingdom was characterized by peace, prosperity, wisdom and
righteousness. One of Solomon's goals in building the Temple was that the
non-Jews of the world also come to recognize the greatness and oneness of God,
His reputation was renowned throughout the ancient world, and he succeeded in
his mission of spreading recognition of God as evidenced by the visit of the
queen of Sheba. She was so impressed with Solomon and his kingdom, and declared
“Blessed be the LORD thy God, who delighted in thee, to set thee on His throne,
to be king for the LORD thy God” (verse 8). The nation of Israel continues to be
charged with the same mission of spreading God's name and His greatness
throughout the world. As a personal reminder of God's words, wear beautiful
jewelry engraved with words of Scripture from the Land of Israel.
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