OF all the many kings that have lived in the past, there was one that outshone all the others for his great wisdom in the way in which he governed his people. This was not because he was clever, or studied so much in order to be wise, but from a very different reason. God asked him what he would like to have as a gift, and he, after considering the matter, did not ask for great age, or for riches, but he wished to have wisdom to rule his people well. God was so pleased with the king’s choice that He not only gave him wisdom, but riches and a long life as well. This king’s name was Solomon, and it was soon discovered how wise he was in all matters that related to his kingdom, and his fame spread abroad so much that people came from all parts to hear the wisdom of king, Solomon.
ML-04/25/1920