Which book is one of the wisdom books attributed to Solomon?

• A. Psalms
• B. Song of Solomon
• C. Ruth
• D. Esther

Answer: (B)

Wisdom literature in the Bible is about understanding life, right living, and human experience, and some books are traditionally associated with Solomon. Among the choices, Song of Solomon fits this group and is traditionally attributed to Solomon, making it a member of the wisdom literature along with Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. It’s a book of poetry that explores love and relationships, but within the wisdom tradition it is read as teaching about human life and the beauty and complexity of love. Psalms, while also Bible poetry, is a varied collection with many authors and is not categorized as a single wisdom book; Ruth and Esther are narrative histories focusing on stories rather than wisdom instruction. Therefore, Song of Solomon is the best answer.