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I acquired male servants and female servants; I even had slaves born in my house. I also had great herds of cattle and sheep, more than any who preceded me in Jerusalem. I amassed silver and gold for myself, the treasures of kings and provinces. I acquired male and female singers for myself, along with every human luxury, treasure chests galore![a] So I became far greater than all who preceded me in Jerusalem. Moreover, my wisdom stood by me.

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  1. Ecclesiastes 2:8 Or many secondary wives

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