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#194 | The Rise and Fall of King Solomon: The Mandate
What kind of king does God desire? In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked laws for Israelite kings found in Deuteronomy 17:14–20—a passage that sets radical boundaries on the power and prestige of the King of Israel. Unlike the kings of the surrounding nations, Israel’s king was to submit himself to the law, avoid the accumulation of wealth, weapons, and women, and live humbly among his fellow Israelites.
We then turn to the book of 1 Kings and observe how the writer uses a subtle, indirect style to critique King Solomon. Through specific narrative accounts, the text reveals how…
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