Solomon’s Knowledge
Solomon inherited David’s prophethood and dominion. This was not a material inheritance, as
prophets do not bequeath their property. It is given away to the poor and needy, not to their
relatives.
Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said: “The prophets’ property will not be inherited, and
whatever we leave is to be used for charity.” (Sahih Al-Bukhari).
“And indeed We gave knowledge to David and Solomon, and they both said:
“All the praises and thanks be to Allah, Who has preferred us above many of His believing slaves!”
And Solomon inherited (the knowledge of) David. He said:
“O mankind! We have been taught the language of birds, and on us have been bestowed all things. This, verily, is an evident grace (from Allah).”
And there were gathered before Solomon his hosts of jinns and men, and birds, and they were all
set in battle order (marching forwards). (Ch 27:15-17 Quran).
Solomon Becomes King
After his father’s death, Solomon became king. He begged Allah for a kingdom such as none after
him would have, and Allah granted his wish.
Besides wisdom, Allah had blessed Solomon with many abilities. He could command the winds and understand and talk to birds and animals.
Allah directed him to teach both men and jinns to mine the earth and extract its minerals to make tools
and weapons. He also favored him with a mine of copper, which was a rare metal in those days.
Solomon’s Admiration of Horses
During his time horses were the common mode of transportation. They were very essential for
defense, to carry soldiers and cart provisions and weapons of war.
The animals were well cared for and well trained.
One day Solomon was reviewing a parade of his stable. The fitness, beauty and posture of the horses fascinated him so much that he kept on stroking and admiring them.
The sun was nearly setting, and the time for the middle prayer was passing by. When he realized this,
he exclaimed: “I surely love the finer things of life than the service of my Lord! Return them to
me.”
Allah’s Gifts to Solomon – Quranic
Almighty Allah revealed:
“And to David We gave Solomon. How excellent a slave! Verily, he was ever oft returning in
repentance (to Us)!
When there were displayed before him, in the afternoon, well-trained horses of the highest breed
(for jihad in Allah’s cause).
And he said: “Alas! I did love the good (these horses) instead of
remembering my Lord (in my ‘Asr prayer)” till the time was over, and the sun had hidden in the
veil of the night.
Then he said: “Bring them (horses) back to me.” Then he began to pass his
hand over their legs and their necks (till the end of the display).
And indeed We did try Solomon and We placed on his throne Jasadan (a devil, so he lost his
kingdom for a while) but he did return (to his throne and kingdom by the Grace of Allah and he
did return) to Allah with obedience and in repentance.
He said: “My Lord! Forgive me, and
bestow upon me a kingdom such as shall not belong to any other after me. Verily, You are the
Bestower.”
So, We subjected to him the wind, it blew gently to his order whithersoever he willed, and also
the devils from the jinns including every kind of builder and diver, and also other bound in
fetters. (Saying of Allah to Solomon): “This is Our gift, so spend you or withhold, no account
will be asked.” And verily, he enjoyed a near access to Us, and a good final return Paradise.
(Ch38:30-40 Quran).
Solomon Hears the Ant’s Warning
One day Solomon gathered his army, which had different battalions of men, jinns, birds, and
animals. He marched them to the country of Askalon.
While they were passing through a valley, an ant saw the approaching army and cried out to warn
the other ants: “Run to your homes! Otherwise, unaware, Solomon and his army might crush
you!”
Solomon, hearing the cry of the ant, smiled. He was glad that the ant knew him to be a
prophet who would not intentionally harm Allah’s creation. He thanked Allah for saving the ants’
lives.
Solomon Hears the Conversation of Ants – Quranic
Allah the Almighty narrated:
And there were gathered before Solomon his hosts of jinns and men,
and birds, and they all were set in battle order (marching forwards). Till, when they came to a
valley of the ants, one of the ants said:
“O ants! Enter your dwellings, lest Solomon and his hosts crush you, while they perceive not.”
So he (Solomon) smiled, amused at her speech and said:
“My Lord! Inspire and bestow upon me the power and ability that I maybe grateful for Your Favors which You have bestowed on me and non my parents, and that I may do righteous good deeds that will please You, and admit me by Your Mercy among Your righteous slaves.” (Ch 27:17-19 Quran).
Solomon’s Travels
In Jerusalem, on a huge rock, Solomon built a beautiful temple to draw the people to worship
Allah. Today this building is known as “The Dome of the Rock.” From there, a large band of
followers joined Solomon on pilgrimage to the Holy Mosque in Mecca.
After they had completed their hajj, they traveled to Yemen and arrived in the city of San’a. Solomon was impressed by their clever method of channeling water all over their cities. He was keen to build similar water systems in his own country but did not have enough springs.
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