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EPISODE · May 31, 2026 · 27 MIN

The Temple and the Fall of Solomon

from The Story of the Bible · host MikeB

1 Kings 5-11; 2 Chronicles 2-9 King Solomon builds his glorious temple, setting a monument that will be the focus for the religious life of Israel for centuries. He also fails Israel, building wealth and taking wives that will start a long, dark path for the nation. Season 4 ends on a dark note for the kings and kingdom.

1 Kings 5-11; 2 Chronicles 2-9 King Solomon builds his glorious temple, setting a monument that will be the focus for the religious life of Israel for centuries. He also fails Israel, building wealth and taking wives that will start a long, dark path for the nation. Season 4 ends on a dark note for the kings and kingdom.

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