The Richest Man Who Ever Lived Ch 1

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What was the author's income before applying Solomon's advice?

$36,000 per year

$18,000 per year (correct)

$7 million per year

$600,000 per month

How did the author's success rate in his career compare to the industry average?

60% equal to the industry average of 60%

Under 50% compared to the industry average of 1%

Over 60% compared to the industry average of less than 1% (correct)

Over 80% compared to the industry average of 2%

What negative consequence did the author experience when ignoring Solomon's advice on relationships?

Lost a large number of friends

Experienced a divorce in a previously happy marriage (correct)

Failed to achieve financial success

Gained substantial wealth but at a personal cost

What conclusion does the author draw from following Solomon's advice?

It results consistently in personal, business, and financial success. Signup and view all the answers

What analogy does the author use to describe the laws of living taught by Solomon?

They are like physical laws in aviation. Signup and view all the answers

What was Solomon's request from God when he was given the opportunity to ask for anything?

Wisdom and knowledge Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a primary lesson drawn from Solomon's teachings in the Book of Proverbs?

Violating laws of living leads to unhappiness and failure Signup and view all the answers

How did Solomon's wealth and status compare to modern billionaires?

He was considered a 'trillionaire' in contemporary terms Signup and view all the answers

Which approach does Solomon suggest for extracting deeper wisdom from his Proverbs?

Searching for wisdom as one would for buried treasure Signup and view all the answers

What consequence does the text suggest results from ignorance of the laws of living?

It creates insurmountable barriers to success Signup and view all the answers

What did God promise Solomon in return for his request for wisdom?

He would gain lasting wealth and honor Signup and view all the answers

Which historical figures are mentioned as having followed Solomon's teachings in their lives?

George Washington and Abraham Lincoln Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best reflects the overall message of Solomon's insights?

Understanding and applying laws of living is essential for success Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Prayer of Solomon' reveal about his character as he was presented in the content?

He was fearful and sought divine guidance Signup and view all the answers

What will understanding and applying Solomon's laws for living potentially lead to?

A life filled with genuine happiness and purpose Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Solomon’s Laws of Living

Solomon was the wisest man who ever lived.
The laws of living are as old as human life itself, they are as sure and true as the laws of physics.
The laws of living govern all aspects of life, including happiness, fulfillment, purpose, and success.
Following Solomon's advice has created significant personal, business, and financial success.
Violating his warnings has resulted in personal and financial disasters.
Solomon reveals these laws in the biblical Book of Proverbs, and shows us how to use them to our advantage.
Solomon was installed as King of Israel at the age of twelve.
Solomon asked God for wisdom and knowledge to rule Israel.
Because he only asked for wisdom, God also granted Solomon riches, wealth, and honor.
Solomon’s wisdom, success, and wealth increased beyond imagination.
Solomon’s success and happiness vaporized when he began to violate the laws of living.
The Book of Proverbs is a record of Solomon's laws for success and happiness.
To understand Solomon's wisdom, we must search beneath the surface of his Proverbs, looking at the background, context, and nuance of the text.
Solomon’s wisdom has been applied and used by people throughout history, including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Henry Ford, and Thomas Edison.
The benefits of following Solomon’s strategies include knowledge, discretion, good judgment, preservation and protection, success, better health, longer life, honor, financial abundance, favor of those in authority, commendation and promotions, financial independence, confidence, strength of character, courage, extraordinary achievement, personal fulfillment, great relationships, a truly meaningful life, love and admiration of others, understanding, and true wisdom.
Solomon’s writings provide precise steps that can be taken in the personal and professional life to produce astounding results.
Implementing Solomon's advice can lead to a greater level of success and personal fulfillment than ever imagined.

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Explore the timeless wisdom of Solomon as presented in the Book of Proverbs. This quiz delves into the laws of living that govern happiness, fulfillment, and success based on biblical teachings. Discover how adhering to these principles can lead to personal and financial prosperity or disaster when ignored.