First and Second Kings (Biblia.com)

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Old Testament scholar Terence Fretheim identifies the theology in the dramatic accounts of the books of Kings, which chronicles the reigns of more than forty kings over a period of nearly four hundred years. Interspersing theological reflections throughout, Fretheim trace’s God’s words of judgment and promise for Israel—and for us—across the entirety of Kings.

should be, more personal and caring tones are evident in that Solomon (the king!) receives them into his presence, personally listens to their stories, and honors their participation in the decision-making process (the absence of witnesses is stressed, v. 18). The predominance of dialogue in this story is noteworthy and gives evidence that Solomon indeed has “a listening heart” (3:9). Also notable is that the mother who lied is not punished (because her identity is not absolutely certain?). Solomon

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