1 Kings 11:5
“For Solomon went after Ashtoreth the goddess of the Zidonians, and after Milcom the abomination of the Ammonites.”
What does 1 Kings 11:5 mean?
The Bible verse 1 Kings 11:5 from the King James Version (KJV) states, "For Solomon went after Ashtoreth the goddess of the Zidonians, and after Milcom the abomination of the Ammonites." This verse is part of the Old Testament, specifically in the historical books of the Bible…
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Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart that yearns for truth and fidelity. As I reflect on Your Word, particularly the truth contained in 1 Kings 11:5 - "For Solomon went after Ashtoreth the goddess of the Zidonians, and after Milcom the abomination of the…
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