And she said to the king, It was a true report which I heard in mine own land of thine acts, and of thy wisdom:
And she said to the king, 'The reports I heard in my own country about your achievements and your wisdom were completely true.'
The Queen of Sheba is telling King Solomon that everything she had heard about his wisdom and accomplishments back in her homeland was absolutely accurate.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 2 Chronicles, this verse describes the Queen of Sheba's visit to King Solomon, who was celebrated for his extraordinary wisdom granted by God as a result of his humble prayer. She had traveled from her distant kingdom after hearing rumors of his wise rule and prosperous kingdom, seeking to verify these accounts firsthand. This encounter highlights the international fame of Solomon's reign and God's fulfillment of His promises to Israel during a time of peace and abundance in the 10th century BC.
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