Solomon Turns Away for Kids: The Bible Story Explained Simply

Series: Solomon and the Kingdom (Episode 07 of 10) | Scripture: 1 Kings | Ages 7+

Solomon Turns Away is a Bible story from 1 Kings in the Old Testament. This retelling is designed for kids ages 5 and up, using simple language they can understand and lessons they will remember.

Watch the Full Story of Solomon Turns Away

Watch Solomon Turns Away in our 60-second video lesson. Your child can follow along and take a quiz after to check what they learned.

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Part of our Solomon and the Kingdom series, 10 episodes covering wisdom, worship, consequences, choices.

What Is the Story of Solomon Turns Away for Kids?

SOLOMON & THE KINGDOM — Episode 7: Solomon Turns Away Bible Reference: 1 Kings 11 Series: Solomon & the Kingdom

Hey everyone. Today's story is a hard one. Because the wisest man who ever lived is about to make the dumbest mistake imaginable.

We've watched Solomon shine — the wisdom, the temple, the proverbs, the fame. But now everything unravels. And it starts in a place you might not expect — his heart.

Solomon loved many foreign women. Not two or three. The Bible says SEVEN HUNDRED wives and three hundred concubines. Many came from nations God specifically warned about — Moab, Ammon, Edom, Sidon. God said, "Do not intermarry with them, because they WILL turn your hearts after their gods."

This story comes from 1 Kings and is part of the Old Testament.

What Does the Story of Solomon Turns Away Teach Children?

The story of Solomon Turns Away teaches children important lessons about wisdom, worship, consequences, choices:

• Wisdom is more valuable than money or power
• Asking God for help shows strength, not weakness
• Good decisions come from putting God first

Key Bible Verse

"Give your servant a discerning heart to govern your people." — 1 Kings 3:9

Parent's Guide: Why This Story Matters

Every Bible story is an opportunity to talk with your child about faith in a natural, low-pressure way. After watching, ask an open-ended question like 'What was your favorite part?' or 'What do you think God was trying to teach us?' These conversations do not need to be long or perfect. The goal is simply to make the Bible feel like a living, relevant part of your family's life, not something dusty on a shelf.

Quiz: Test What Your Child Learned

After watching the video, see if your child can answer these questions:

What turned Solomon's heart away from God?

Solomon married 700 wives from foreign nations that God had specifically warned Israel about. Over time, these wives turned his heart toward their gods, and Solomon began building altars to foreign idols.

What was God's consequence for Solomon's disobedience?

God told Solomon that the kingdom would be torn apart — but for David's sake, it wouldn't happen during Solomon's lifetime. It would be torn from the hand of Solomon's son. Even in judgment, God showed mercy.

What is the key lesson from Solomon's downfall?

Solomon knew the truth better than anyone — he literally wrote the book on wisdom. But knowing what's right and doing what's right are two very different things. Small compromises led to a massive collapse.

Discussion Questions for Families

Use these questions at the dinner table or during bedtime:

1. What was your favorite part of the story of Solomon Turns Away?
2. What do you think God was teaching us through this story?
3. How can we be more like Solomon in our own lives?
4. If you were in this story, what would you have done differently?
5. What does this story teach us about trusting God?

More Episodes in the Solomon and the Kingdom Series

This story is episode 07 of 10 in the Solomon and the Kingdom series:

• Solomon Asks for Wisdom for Kids
• Solomons Wise Judgment for Kids
• Building the Temple for Kids
• The Temple is Dedicated for Kids
• The Queen of Sheba for Kids
• Solomons Proverbs for Kids
• The Kingdom Splits for Kids
• Good Kings and Bad Kings for Kids
• The Northern Kingdom Falls for Kids

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the story of Solomon Turns Away about for kids?

Solomon Turns Away is a story from 1 Kings. SOLOMON & THE KINGDOM — Episode 7: Solomon Turns Away Bible Reference: 1 Kings 11 Series: Solomon & the Kingdom

What age is the story of Solomon Turns Away appropriate for?

This retelling of Solomon Turns Away is designed for children Ages 7+. The language is simple and age-appropriate, and the video is 60 seconds long, perfect for young attention spans.

Where is Solomon Turns Away found in the Bible?

Solomon Turns Away is found in 1 Kings in the Old Testament. It is part of the Solomon and the Kingdom series on Faithful Kids.

Is there a video of Solomon Turns Away for kids?

Yes. Faithful Kids has a 60-second video retelling of Solomon Turns Away designed for children, with narration, visuals, and a comprehension quiz. Watch it here.

How can I use Solomon Turns Away for Sunday School or homeschool?

Play the 60-second Faithful Kids video as an introduction, then use the discussion questions above for group conversation. The built-in quiz checks comprehension. Many Sunday school teachers and homeschool parents use Faithful Kids as weekly curriculum.

What does Solomon Turns Away teach kids?

The story of Solomon Turns Away teaches children about wisdom, worship, consequences, choices. Wisdom is more valuable than money or power.