The Life of Solomon*
Then David comforted his wife Bathsheba, and went in to her and lay with her; and she gave birth to a son, and he named him Solomon. (2SA 12:24) Thus the time t..., spanning 60 years associated with Solomon.
Description
Then David comforted his wife Bathsheba, and went in to her and lay with her; and she gave birth to a son, and he named him Solomon. (2SA 12:24) Thus the time that Solomon reigned in Jerusalem over all Israel was forty years. And Solomon slept with his fathers and was buried in the city of his father David, and his son Rehoboam reigned in his place. (1KI 11:42-43)
Details
- Type
- Life
- Person
- Solomon
- Start
- ~1033 BC(2971 AH)
- End
- ~973 BC(3031 AH)
- Duration
- 60 years
- Start Reference
- 2SA 12:24
- End Reference
- 1KI 11:42
Related Life Epochs
Frequently Asked Questions
When did The Life of Solomon* occur in Bible history?
The Life of Solomon* occurred approximately ~1033 BC to ~973 BC. This is 2971–3031 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 60 years.
What does “AH” mean in Bible chronology?
AH stands for “Anno Hominis” (Year of Man), a chronological system that counts years from Creation. Under the Ussher chronology, Year 1 AH corresponds to approximately 4004 BC.