King Solomon and His Magic Ring

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King Solomon and His Magic Ring

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Wiesel, Elie

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This document, an excerpt titled 'King Solomon and His Magic Ring' by Elie Wiesel, recounts various legends and tales associated with King Solomon. It details his ascent to the throne as a young boy, his unparalleled wisdom, and the origin and power of his magic ring, given by the Angel Michael, which allowed him to control demons and animals. The text describes the construction of the magnificent Temple in Jerusalem, aided by the demons, and Solomon's encounters, including the famous meeting with the Queen of Sheba and the judgment of the two mothers. It also touches upon Solomon's eventual moral decline, his marriage to Pharaoh's daughter, and the subsequent loss and recovery of his magic ring due to the demon Ashmedai. The narrative concludes with the phrase 'Gam zu yaavor' (that, too, shall pass) engraved on his ring, reflecting the transient nature of joy and sorrow.

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