Friday, February 3, 2012

2/8/2012 – Wednesday of fifth week – 1 Kings 10:1-10


         Today, we continue to hear the story about Solomon, this time about his encounter with the Queen of Sheba.  The Queen of Sheba is actually a well known historical figure from the ancient world whose kingdom was situated in either Yemen or Ethiopia.  She is referenced not only in the Old Testament, but also in the historical writings of Josephus and in the Qur’an.  We see her approaching Solomon, knowing of his great reputation of being a wise and holy man.  He impresses her with the way he receives her and answers her questions.  The quantity of precious stones and spices that she presented him in return were very impressive indeed.
         What do we do to cultivate the acquisition of wisdom and holiness in our lives?  Do we undertake prayer and spiritual disciples?  Do we try to really live out our faith, to have our daily lives reflect the values that Jesus teaches us? 
         We don’t really know why the Queen of Sheba visited Solomon.  Was it to observe his great wisdom and to learn from him, or was it to test him?  No matter what the case was, may we be intent in learning from our faith, in growing in wisdom and holiness as we travel along our pilgrimage in life.  

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