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“Love is as strong as death; its jealousy as unyielding as the grave. It burns like a blazing fire; like a mighty flame. Many waters cannot quench love, rivers cannot wash it away”

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Solomon

Solomon, a king of Israel, lived from 990 BC to 931 BC. He is one of the most famous kings in Israel's history, known for his wisdom and wealth. more

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