490 - AN-NAMAL (Ayat# 35-44)
The narrative details the encounter between Prophet Sulaiman (Solomon) and the Queen of Sheba (Bilqis). Upon receiving gifts from her delegation, Sulaiman questioned whether these offerings represented an attempt to test his faith or acknowledge Allah’s power. He affirmed that Allah’s blessings were superior to any earthly wealth. When envoys of Sheba threatened military action, Sulaiman responded with a promise to deploy an overwhelming force. A jinn, claiming the ability to bring the Queen’s throne before Sulaiman could rise from his seat, succeeded in the task. This prompted Sulaiman to praise Allah for the display of power and acknowledge that it was divine grace, not his own minister’s skill, that enabled the feat. The Queen, upon witnessing this, recognized the true faith and declared her and her people’s submission to Allah, acknowledging the knowledge bestowed upon Sulaiman and the power of Allah.
