How many years did it take Solomon to build the Temple of the Lord in Jerusalem?
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Correct answer: Seven years
According to 1 Kings 6:38, the Temple was completed in the eleventh year of Solomon's reign, taking seven years to build. In contrast, he spent thirteen years building his own royal palace.
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