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The queen of Sheba heard about Solomon and his connection with the Name of God. She came to put his reputation to the test by asking tough questions.
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She made a grand and showy entrance into Jerusalem - camels loaded with spices, a huge amount of gold, and precious gems. She came to Solomon and talked about all the things that she cared about, emptying her heart to him.
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Solomon answered everything she put to him - nothing stumped him.
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When the queen of Sheba experienced for herself Solomon's wisdom and saw with her own eyes the palace he had built,
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the meals that were served, the impressive array of court officials and sharply dressed waiters, the lavish crystal, and the elaborate worship extravagant with Whole-Burnt-Offerings at the steps leading up to The Temple of God, it took her breath away.
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She said to the king, "It's all true! Your reputation for accomplishment and wisdom that reached all the way to my country is confirmed.
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I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't seen it for myself; they didn't exaggerate! Such wisdom and elegance - far more than I could ever have imagined.
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Lucky the men and women who work for you, getting to be around you every day and hear your wise words firsthand!