Then came there two women, that were harlots, unto the king, and stood before him.
Then two women who were prostitutes came to the king and stood before him.
This verse introduces the famous story where two women brought their dispute to King Solomon for his judgment.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of 1 Kings, this verse occurs during the early reign of King Solomon, who had recently been granted extraordinary wisdom by God as a result of his humble prayer. The two women mentioned were prostitutes living in the same house, and they came to Solomon to settle a dispute over a child, which would become a famous demonstration of his judicial insight. This event is part of a broader narrative that highlights Solomon's rise as a wise and just ruler in ancient Israel.
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