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Another textual explanation: Huldah's husband was 'keeper of the wardrobe' — a court connection that made access easier.

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Additional contextual explanation for choosing Huldah

Huldah had a relative in the king's court — her husband was 'the keeper of the wardrobe' (2 Kings 22:14). Since kings and prophets often had tense relationships, a personal connection could have facilitated the meeting. This explanation comes from the text, not imagination. Mike articulates a hermeneutical principle: look to the Scripture for explanations before looking outside it.

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