1 Kings 11:2

The LORD had told the Israelites about these nations. He said, "You must not marry them. They will surely turn your hearts to follow their gods." But Solomon held on to these women and loved them.

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Previous · 1 Kings 11:1But King Solomon loved many women from other nations. Besides Pharaoh's daughter, he loved women from Moab, Ammon, Edom, and Sidon. He also loved Hittite women. Next · 1 Kings 11:3He had seven hundred wives who were princesses. He also had three hundred concubines. And his wives turned his heart away.