1When the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon and his relationship with the name of the LORD, she came to test him with difficult questions.
2She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large entourage—with camels carrying spices, a great deal of gold, and precious stones. She came to Solomon and spoke to him about everything that was on her mind.
3Solomon answered all her questions; there was nothing too difficult for the king to explain to her.
4When the queen of Sheba saw all the wisdom of Solomon, the palace he had built,
5the food on his table, the seating of his officials, the attendance of his servants in their attire, his cupbearers, and the burnt offerings he made at the temple of the LORD, she was overwhelmed.
6She said to the king, "The report I heard in my own land about your achievements and your wisdom is true.
7But 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 surpass the report I heard.