The Queen of Sheba
1 Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to test him with difficult questions.
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She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in great abundance, and precious stones. And she came to Solomon and spoke to him all that was on her mind.
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And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for the king to explain.
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When the queen of Sheba saw all the wisdom of Solomon, the palace he had built,
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the food at his table, the seating of his servants, the service and attire of his attendants, his cupbearers, and the burnt offerings he presented at the house of the LORD, it took her breath away.
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She said to the king, “The report I heard in my own country about your words and wisdom is true.
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But I did not believe these things until I came and saw with my own eyes. Indeed, not even half was told to me. Your wisdom and prosperity have far exceeded the report I heard.
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How blessed are your men! How blessed are these servants of yours who stand continually before you and hear your wisdom!