Black Women in Scripture
Makeda King Solomon's Queen of Sheba
Zipporah Wife of Moses and daughter of Jethro
Makeda King Solomon's Queen of Sheba
Read about her in your Bible: 1 Kings 10: 1-5 and 2 Chronicles 9:1-12.
Strength and Accomplishments
Queen of Sheba, mother of King Solomon's African son David (Hebrew name given to him by his father). He ruled under the Ethiopian name Menelik I.
Virtuous- Solomon was her only known physical intimacy.
Vigorously sought the wisdom of GOD.
Important Lesson from Her Life
James 1:5 (NIV) "If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him."
Learn More
In The Horizon History of Africa, edited by Philip Curtin, the Ethiopian story about Makeda and Solomon is highlighted.
Use the links on the intro page for more information.
More about Makeda and Solomon
The Ethiopian folk story of Makeda and Solomon has changed over the years, but the Biblical account is unchanging.
The Legend of Solomon and Sheba: A report from the Biblical Archeology Society Online
Is the Ark of the Covenant in Ethiopia? A report from the Biblical Archeology Society Online
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