Politics · 19 · Solomon and Sheba
The royal table was a seat of power
More than the throne, the royal table was where ancient rulers displayed success, negotiated alliances, issued edicts, and performed kingship.
Power was served at dinner.
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Kings uses scenes at the royal table to frame the rise and fall of Israel's sovereignty.
Bible reference: 1 Kings 4:22–28
Source: Why the Bible Began, pp. 302
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