Lemuel
Lemuel, a king whose wise sayings are recorded in Proverbs 31, as taught by his mother.
From Easton's Bible Dictionary
Dedicated to God, a king whom his mother instructed (Prov. 31:1-9). Nothing is certainly known concerning him. The rabbis identified him with Solomon.
Easton's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, 1897 — public domain, quoted in full and unedited.
First named at Proverbs 31:1.
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Verses that name Lemuel
- Proverbs 31:1 These are the words of King Lemuel—the burden that his mother taught him:
- Proverbs 31:4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine, or for rulers to crave strong drink,