The Queen of Sheba and Her Only Son Menyelek

In the book Budge explores the historical and legendary accounts surrounding the Queen of Sheba and her visit to King Solomon in Jerusalem. He delves into the Ethiopian tradition that asserts Menyelek was born from the union of the Queen of Sheba and King Solomon and was later taken back to Ethiopia where he established a line of kings. Budge's work presents translations and analyses of various Ethiopian texts including the Kebra Nagast (Glory of the Kings) and Ethiopian historical chronicles. He examines the religious cultural and political significance of the legend highlighting its influence on Ethiopian history and identity. It is worth noting that Budge's work on the Queen of Sheba and Menyelek reflects the perspectives and understanding prevalent during his time. However since the publication of Budge's book scholarship has evolved and there have been new interpretations and research on the Queen of Sheba legend. Thus it is recommended to consult more recent scholarly works to gain a comprehensive understanding of the topic.