
The Wise King's Judgment
By Arin Rahman Rupu

03 Jul, 2024

King Solomon was seated on his throne, holding court. His wisdom was renowned far and wide, for it was a gift bestowed by God himself.

One day, two women, each claiming to be the mother of the same baby, came before the king. They pleaded with King Solomon to settle their dispute.

Solomon listened to both women carefully. The baby, oblivious to the tense atmosphere, cooed in the arms of the first woman.

After a moment of deep thought, King Solomon ordered a sword to be brought before him. He declared that the baby would be cut in half, and each woman would receive a part.

The proclamation shocked the room into silence. The first woman cried out, begging the king not to harm the baby, willing to give him up if it spared his life.

The second woman, however, agreed to Solomon's judgment, showing no emotion. The courtroom held its breath, waiting for the king's next words.

King Solomon, having heard both women, knew who the real mother was. He looked at the first woman, his eyes filled with understanding.

He declared the first woman as the true mother, for her willingness to sacrifice her claim to save the baby's life revealed her true love.

The baby was handed over to the first woman. The courtroom erupted into murmurs of approval, praising the king's wisdom.

King Solomon's judgment became a tale told throughout the land, a testament to his divine wisdom.

The people of Israel felt reassured, knowing that their king was guided by wisdom and had the ability to discern the truth.

Solomon's reign continued with justness and wisdom, his legacy etched in the annals of history, a tale of a wise king's judgment.