The Wise King's Judgment

    By Arin Rahman Rupu

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    03 Jul, 2024

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    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.

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    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.

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

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    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.

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    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.

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

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

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    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.

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

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

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

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