Haftarat Vayechi: Why Shlomo?

In this shiur, we look at optimistic ideas about kingship and the Beit HaMikdash. We examine David's  instructions for what is to happen when he is gone, detailed in this week’s haftara.  How does the Torah counter the problems that can come with a dynasty? We analyze the haftara: how is Shlomo chosen as king of Israel? What qualities does he have that can help with this?  We look at this week's parasha for clues about Yehuda's selection for the future monarchy. Shlomo signifies not perfection, but teshuva and ability to recognize and correct mistakes.