Chapter XII.—Solomon’s Infatuation Through Women.

Hast thou not read the history of Solomon, the son of David, the man to whom God gave wisdom, and knowledge, and largeness of mind,⁴⁸⁴⁴⁸⁴    Lit. “heart.” and riches, and much glory, beyond all men?  Yet this same man, through women, came to ruin,⁴⁸⁵⁴⁸⁵    Or “perished.” and departed from the Lord.