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Solomon And Sheba Now

In the biblical account (1 Kings 10 and 2 Chronicles 9), the Queen of Sheba travels from a distant land to Jerusalem to "test" King Solomon with "hard questions" after hearing reports of his legendary wisdom. She arrives with a massive caravan of camels carrying gold, precious stones, and an abundance of spices.

Queen of Sheba | Legend, History, Name, & Meaning | Britannica Solomon and Sheba

While the biblical text focuses on wisdom and diplomacy, other traditions add layers of romance, folklore, and national identity: In the biblical account (1 Kings 10 and