1 Kings 10:1-7 ▼

1 When the queen of Sheba heard about Solomon, she came to challenge him with difficult questions.

2 She arrived in Jerusalem with a great display of pomp, bringing with her camels carrying spices, a very large quantity of gold, and precious gems. She visited Solomon and discussed with him everything that was on her mind.

3 Solomon answered all her questions; there was no question too complex for the king.

4 When the queen of Sheba saw for herself Solomon's extensive wisdom, the palace he had built,

5 the food in his banquet hall, his servants and attendants, their robes, his cupbearers, and his burnt offerings which he presented in the LORD's temple, she was amazed.

6 She said to the king, |The report I heard in my own country about your wise sayings and insight was true!

7 I did not believe these things until I came and saw them with my own eyes. Indeed, I didn't hear even half the story! Your wisdom and wealth surpass what was reported to me.