Solomon’s Wisdom: The Judgment of the True Mother
Once upon a time, there resided a wise and just king named Solomon. His kingdom thrived under his rule, and his wisdom was well-known throughout the land.
One bright morning, a perplexing case presented itself in King Solomon’s court. Two women, with eyes filled with sorrow, showed up before the king, each claiming to be the mother of the same infant boy. Their argument had been boiling in the community, leading to much confusion and turmoil. Tired of the bickering, they had approached the palace, seeking justice.
In the grand throne room, the first woman, dressed in worn-out clothes but with vivid hope in her eyes explained, 'Your Highness, this woman and I live in the same house. She gave birth to a child, and just after a few days, I too had a baby. But during one traumatic night, she accidentally laid on her child while sleeping and the poor creature died.'
A mournful silence hanged heavy in the court. With determined eyes, she continued, 'Then under the veil of darkness, she switched our babies. When I woke up to feed my son, I was shocked to discover a lifeless body in my arms. With a closer look, I realized that the boy was not mine.'
King Solomon, displaying no emotions, turned his attention towards the second woman. Her nervous eyes flickered, yet a wave of confidence overcame her. 'No, my king, she lies. The dead baby is hers, not mine. She's trying to claim my baby out of resentment.' The court gasped.
Caught in a web of confusion, the king calmly asked for a sword. His unusual request surprised everyone. Holding the glistening sword, he announced, 'The only solution to reveal the truth is to cut the baby into two. Each woman shall receive half.'
A piercing gasp filled the throne room. The first woman dropped to her knees, her face drained of color. 'Please, my king, give her the baby! Do not harm him.' The room echoed with her desperate pleas. On the other hand, the second woman remained impassive and stated, 'Yes, cut him. If I cannot have him, neither can she.'
A hush fell over the room. King Solomon placed the sword down and with a commanding voice declared, 'The child's true mother is the one who'd rather lose her rights to her son than see him hurt, give the baby to the first woman.' Sobbing, the first woman hugged the child tightly.
The court erupted in awe and admiration for their king—the embodiment of wisdom and justice. King Solomon did not need witness testimonies or evidence; he had used the power of a mother's love to reveal the truth. And just like that, the story of King Solomon’s extraordinary judgment spread, proving that his wisdom was not a mere rumour but a fact.
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