Solomon was a man of renowned wisdom. While young and humble in heart he followed the instructions of God. In mid-life however, and with the influence of many pagan wives, Solomon's humility before his God began to evaporate to the point that he rebelled against his God. In the third stage of Solomon's life, after many years of experimentation with all things physical, Solomon finally came to understand the purpose of life. What is man to take with him from this life of flesh and blood? We are to learn to Fear God!