Who was Sheba?

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The story of Sheba

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Queen Sheba, also known as the Queen of Sheba, was a biblical figure who is mentioned in both the Old Testament and the Quran. According to the biblical account, she was a wealthy and powerful queen who ruled over a kingdom in southern Arabia. Queen Sheba is famous for her visit to King Solomon in Jerusalem, where she tested him with difficult questions and was impressed by his wisdom and wealth. According to the biblical account, she was so impressed by Solomon that she gave him a gift of gold, spices, and precious stones. The exact location of Queen Sheba's kingdom is not specified, but it is believed to have been located in modern-day Yemen. Some traditions also suggest that she was Ethiopian. Queen Sheba is remembered as a symbol of wisdom and wealth, and her visit to King Solomon is often seen as an example of It is not specified in the Bible how Queen Sheba died or her age at the time of her death.

Name meaning

Promise, Oath

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

Queen

First mention

Genesis 10:7

Appearances in the Bible

86 mentions

Sheba in the Bible

Explore all 21 chapters where Sheba appears

Genesis

Chapter 10

The Nations of the Earth

This chapter lists the descendants of the three sons of Noah: Shem, Ham, and Japheth. It also describes the different na...

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Genesis

Chapter 25

The Birth of Esau and Jacob

Abraham has more children with Keturah and then dies at the age of 175.

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Genesis

Chapter 26

Isaac Deceives Abimelech

Isaac moves to Gerar and tells people that Rebekah is his sister, just as his father Abraham did. He becomes very wealth...

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Numbers

Chapter 32

Reuben and Gad Inherit East of Jordan

The tribes of Reuben and Gad ask Moses for permission to settle in the land east of the Jordan River.

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Joshua

Chapter 7

Achan's Sin

Joshua's army is defeated at Ai because of Achan's disobedience.

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Joshua

Chapter 19

Tribal Allotments Complete

Joshua allocates the land of Canaan by lot to the tribe of Simeon.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 20

The Rebellion of Sheba

Sheba leads a rebellion against David, but is eventually defeated.

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1 Kings

Chapter 10

Queen of Sheba Visits Solomon

The Queen of Sheba visits Solomon and is impressed by his wisdom and wealth.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 1

Genealogy from Adam to Abraham

A genealogy of the descendants of Adam through Jacob, including the tribes of Israel.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 5

Reuben, Gad, and the Half-Tribe of Manasseh

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 15

Ark Brought to Jerusalem Successfully

David's victories over the Philistines and other neighboring nations.

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 9

The Queen of Sheba's Visit

The Queen of Sheba's visit, affirming Solomon's renowned wisdom and the magnificence of his reign, with implications for...

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Nehemiah

Chapter 9

The People's Response to the Law

The response of the people to the reading of the law, including their confession of sin and their commitment to obedienc...

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Nehemiah

Chapter 10

The Signing of a Covenant

The signing of a covenant to obey the law, including the appointment of leaders to enforce the law.

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Nehemiah

Chapter 12

Dedication of the Wall

The dedication of the wall of Jerusalem and the celebration of the feast of Dedication.

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Job

Chapter 6

Job Responds to Bildad

Job responds to Bildad, defending himself and questioning why God would allow suffering.

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Psalms

Chapter 72

The Reign of the Righteous King

Psalm 72 is a prayer for the righteous king who will rule with justice, compassion and righteousness. The psalmist prays...

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Isaiah

Chapter 60

Arise and Shine: The Glory of Zion

Isaiah 60 envisions a new day for Jerusalem, where the people will see the radiance of God's glory and be filled with jo...

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Jeremiah

Chapter 6

The Warning of Destruction

Jeremiah warns the people of Jerusalem about the impending destruction that will come upon them if they continue in thei...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 27

The Lament for Tyre

In Ezekiel chapter 27, the prophet laments the fall of the great city of Tyre, a major trading hub of the ancient world....

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Ezekiel

Chapter 38

The Invasion of Gog and Magog

In Ezekiel 38, God tells the prophet about a future invasion of Israel by a coalition of nations led by Gog from the lan...

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