Pictures of Christ 14. Solomon. The difference between those aspects of the Saviour that David and Solomon set forth may be stated simply - David set forth Christ in His HUMILITY while Solomon speaks to us of His GLORY. "Then sat Solomon upon the throne of David his father; and his kingdom was established greatly," 1 Kings 2:12. 1. At the beginning of his reign Solomon rewarded the faithful and judged the wicked. Judgment. Adonijah: 1 Kings 2:23-25. Abiathar the priest: 2:26-27. Joab: 2:31-34. Shimei: 2:41-46. Rewards. Benaiah and Zadok, 1 Kings 2:35. So will Christ when He comes in glory, Matt 25:31-32, 34, 41.