Solomon

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Explore 1,566 Jewish texts related to the theme of Solomon, drawn from Midrash, Kabbalah, Apocrypha, and classical Jewish literature.

Kingdom of Joab of David

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

Solomon, David's son and successor, has given the order. But Joab, ever the strategist, isn't going down without a fight. He makes a plea to Benaiah, the man tasked with carrying o...

Wisdom of Solomon and Shimei

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

We’re going to delve into a story where a moment of perceived justice sets in motion a chain of events leading to... Rome. Yes, that Rome. Our tale revolves around King Solomon, th...

Wisdom of Solomon and Jerusalem

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

Today, we're diving into a story about Solomon, the king renowned for his wisdom, and a misstep that, according to some traditions, nearly cost Jerusalem everything. The tale begin...

Wisdom of Solomon

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

Today, we’re diving into the story of Solomon, a king whose legendary wisdom was almost overshadowed by his transgressions. We all know Solomon for his wisdom, but let's be real: h...

Wisdom of Solomon

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

It all starts with a heart-wrenching dispute, a real head-scratcher. Two women stood before Solomon, both claiming to be the mother of the same child. Can you imagine the tension? ...

Wisdom of Solomon and David

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

Sometimes, it's through incredible feats of wisdom, especially when you're just a kid. Take Solomon, for example. Even before he was King, as a young lad during David's reign, he w...

Wisdom of Asmodeus and Cainite

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

It all starts, as many good stories do, with a bit of boasting. Asmodeus, the king of demons, challenged Solomon, saying that even with all his famed wisdom, there were things Solo...

Wisdom of Solomon and Shabbat

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

No, not in a fever dream, but in the rich tapestry of Jewish legend! According to the Legends of the Jews, compiled by Rabbi Louis Ginzberg, Solomon, famed for his wisdom, had to r...

Wisdom of Solomon

Ginzberg Legends of the Jews (Ginzberg)

It involves King Solomon, wisest of all men, and a knotty problem presented to him by none other than the king of Rome. Now, Solomon, as we know from the Bible and countless storie...