Movatterモバイル変換

◄ 1 Kings 22:5►

New International Version
But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “First seek the counsel of the LORD.”

New Living Translation
Then Jehoshaphat added, “But first let’s find out what the LORD says.”

English Standard Version
And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Inquire first for the word of the LORD.”

Berean Standard Bible
But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.”

King James Bible
And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD to day.

New King James Version
Also Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire for the word of the LORD today.”

New American Standard Bible
However, Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please request the word of the LORD first.”

NASB 1995
Moreover, Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.”

NASB 1977
Moreover, Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.”

Legacy Standard Bible
Moreover, Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of Yahweh.”

Amplified Bible
But Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.”

Christian Standard Bible
But Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “First, please ask what the LORD’s will is.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “First, please ask what the LORD’s will is.”

American Standard Version
And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Inquire first, I pray thee, for the word of Jehovah.

Contemporary English Version
But first, let's ask the LORD."

English Revised Version
And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD today.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "But first, find out what the word of the LORD is [in this matter]."

Good News Translation
But first let's consult the LORD."

International Standard Version
But Jehoshaphat also asked the king of Israel, "Please ask for a message from the LORD, first."

NET Bible
Then Jehoshaphat added, "First seek an oracle from the LORD."

New Heart English Bible
Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "Please inquire first for the word of the LORD."

Webster's Bible Translation
And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD to-day.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.”

World English Bible
Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for Yahweh’s word.”

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And Jehoshaphat says to the king of Israel, “Please seek the word of YHWH today”;

Young's Literal Translation
And Jehoshaphat saith unto the king of Israel, 'Seek, I pray thee, to-day, the word of Jehovah;'

Smith's Literal Translation
And Jehoshaphat will say to the king of Israel, Seek now, according to the day, the word of Jehovah.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And Josaphat said to the king of Israel: As I am, so art thou: my people and thy people are one: and my horsemen, thy horsemen. And Josaphat said to the king of Israel: Inquire, I beseech thee, this day, the word of the Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel: “As I am, so also are you. My people and your people are one. And my horsemen are your horsemen.” And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “I beg you to inquire today of the word of the Lord.”

New American Bible
Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Seek the word of the LORD at once.”

New Revised Standard Version
But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Inquire first for the word of the LORD.”

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, Enquire, I pray, for the word of the LORD this day.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Yushaphat said to the King of Israel: “Inquire today now the word of LORD JEHOVAH.”

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel: 'Inquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD today.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Josaphat said, As Iam, soart thou also; as my people,so is thy people; as my horses,so are thy horses. And Josaphat king of Juda said to the king of Israel, Enquire, I pray thee, of the Lord to-day.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Ahab and the False Prophets
…4So he asked Jehoshaphat, “Will you go with me to fight against Ramoth-gilead?” Jehoshaphat answered the king of Israel, “I am like you, my people are your people, and my horses are your horses.”5But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel,“Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.”6So the king of Israel assembled the prophets, about four hundred men, and asked them, “Should I go to war against Ramoth-gilead, or should I refrain?” “Go up,” they replied, “and the Lord will deliver it into the hand of the king.”…

Berean Standard Bible ·Download

Cross References

2 Chronicles 18:4
But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.”

Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.

James 1:5
Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.

Psalm 27:14
Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD!

Isaiah 30:1-2
“Woe to the rebellious children,” declares the LORD, “to those who carry out a plan that is not Mine, who form an alliance, but against My will, heaping up sin upon sin. / They set out to go down to Egypt without asking My advice, to seek shelter under Pharaoh’s protection and take refuge in Egypt’s shade.

Jeremiah 42:2-3
Jeremiah the prophet and said, “May our petition come before you; pray to the LORD your God on behalf of this entire remnant. For few of us remain of the many, as you can see with your own eyes. / Pray that the LORD your God will tell us the way we should walk and the thing we should do.”

Matthew 7:7-8
Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.

Psalm 25:4-5
Show me Your ways, O LORD; teach me Your paths. / Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; all day long I wait for You.

Isaiah 55:6
Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near.

Jeremiah 29:13
You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.

Luke 11:9-10
So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.

Psalm 37:5
Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it.

Isaiah 8:19
When men tell you to consult mediums and spiritists who whisper and mutter, shouldn’t a people consult their God instead? Why consult the dead on behalf of the living?

Acts 13:2-3
While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” / And after they had fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them off.

Psalm 143:8
Let me hear Your loving devotion in the morning, for I have put my trust in You. Teach me the way I should walk, for to You I lift up my soul.

Treasury of Scripture

And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray you, at the word of the LORD to day.

Enquire

Numbers 27:21
And he shall stand before Eleazar the priest, who shall askcounsel for him after the judgment of Urim before the LORD: at his word shall they go out, and at his word they shall come in,both he, and all the children of Israel with him, even all the congregation.

Joshua 9:14
And the men took of their victuals, and asked notcounsel at the mouth of the LORD.

Judges 1:1
Now after the death of Joshua it came to pass, that the children of Israel asked the LORD, saying, Who shall go up for us against the Canaanites first, to fight against them?

Jump to Previous

Counsel Directions Enquire First Inquire Israel Jehoshaphat Jehosh'aphat Moreover Please Seek Today To-Day Word

Jump to Next

Counsel Directions Enquire First Inquire Israel Jehoshaphat Jehosh'aphat Moreover Please Seek Today To-Day Word

1 Kings 22

1.Ahab, seduced by false prophets, by Michaiah's word, is slain at Ramoth Gilead
37.The dogs lick up his blood, and Ahaziah succeeds him
41.Jehoshaphat's good reign
45.His acts
46.Jehoram succeeds him
51.Ahaziah's evil reign

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel,
Jehoshaphat was the king of Judah, known for his piety and efforts to follow the ways of the Lord. His reign is noted for religious reforms and a commitment to seeking God's guidance. The king of Israel at this time was Ahab, who was known for his idolatry and alliance with Jezebel. This phrase highlights the political alliance between Judah and Israel, which was often fraught with tension due to differing religious commitments. Jehoshaphat's presence in Israel indicates a diplomatic relationship, possibly for mutual defense against common enemies like Syria.

“Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.”
Jehoshaphat's request underscores the importance of seeking divine guidance before making decisions, especially in matters of war and peace. This reflects a common biblical theme where leaders seek God's will through prophets or priests. The phrase "word of the LORD" indicates a desire for a prophetic message, which was a common practice in ancient Israel. This request contrasts with Ahab's typical reliance on false prophets, highlighting Jehoshaphat's commitment to true worship. The emphasis on "first" suggests a priority on divine counsel over human strategy. This principle is echoed in other scriptures, such asProverbs 3:5-6, which advises trusting in the Lord rather than one's own understanding.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Jehoshaphat
The king of Judah, known for his piety and efforts to follow the ways of the Lord. He sought divine guidance before making decisions.

2.The King of Israel
At this time, Ahab was the king of Israel. He was known for his idolatry and opposition to the prophets of the Lord.

3.Inquiry of the LORD
This refers to seeking God's guidance and will, often through a prophet or priest, before making important decisions.

4.Ramoth-gilead
The location that Ahab and Jehoshaphat were considering attacking. It was a city of strategic importance.

5.Prophets
In the context of this chapter, prophets were those who claimed to speak on behalf of God, though not all were true prophets of the LORD.

Teaching Points

The Importance of Seeking God's Guidance
Jehoshaphat's request to inquire of the Lord highlights the importance of seeking divine guidance before making decisions. This teaches us to prioritize God's will over our own plans.

Discernment in Leadership
Jehoshaphat's insistence on hearing from the Lord demonstrates the need for discernment, especially in leadership roles. Leaders should seek God's wisdom to guide their actions and decisions.

The Danger of Unequal Alliances
Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab serves as a cautionary tale about forming partnerships with those who do not share a commitment to God's ways. Believers should be mindful of their associations and the influence they may have.

The Role of True Prophets
The presence of false prophets in this account reminds us of the need to discern true messages from God. We should test teachings against Scripture and seek the Holy Spirit's guidance.

Lists and Questions

Top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 22

Who was Micaiah in the Bible?

Are there any contradictions between 2 Chronicles 19 and parallel accounts in Kings regarding Jehoshaphat's reign and reforms?

Comparing 2 Chronicles 18 with 1 Kings 22, how can both accounts be inerrant if they present varying details about the same event?

Why would King Zedekiah, who ignored God, privately seek Jeremiah's prophecy in Jeremiah 37:17, and does this align with his other actions?

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 5. -And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Inquire,I pray thee, at [This word is redundant]the word of the Lord today. [כַּיום hardly conveys that "he asks to have the prophets called in at once," "lest Ahab should consent in word and put off the inquiry in act" (Rawlinson); but rather means, "at this crisis," "under these circumstances." This request agrees well with what we learn elsewhere as to Jehoshaphat's piety (2 Chronicles 17:4-9;2 Chronicles 19:5-7, etc.) And, remembering how Ahab's late victories had been foretold by a prophet, and had been won by the help of Jehovah, Jehoshaphat might well suppose that his new ally would be eager to know the word of the Lord.]

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

But Jehoshaphat
יְהוֹשָׁפָ֖ט(yə·hō·wō·šā·p̄āṭ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3092:Jehoshaphat -- 'the LORD has judged', the name of a number of Israelites

also said
וַיֹּ֥אמֶר(way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559:To utter, say

to
אֶל־(’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, to

the king
מֶ֣לֶךְ(me·leḵ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4428:A king

of Israel,
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל(yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478:Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

“Please
נָ֥א(nā)
Interjection
Strong's 4994:I pray', 'now', 'then'

inquire
דְּרָשׁ־(də·rāš-)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 1875:To tread, frequent, to follow, to seek, ask, to worship

first
כַיּ֖וֹם(ḵay·yō·wm)
Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117:A day

for the word
דְּבַ֥ר(də·ḇar)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1697:A word, a matter, thing, a cause

of the LORD.”
יְהוָֽה׃(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

Links

1 Kings 22:5 NIV
1 Kings 22:5 NLT
1 Kings 22:5 ESV
1 Kings 22:5 NASB
1 Kings 22:5 KJV

1 Kings 22:5 BibleApps.com
1 Kings 22:5 Biblia Paralela
1 Kings 22:5 Chinese Bible
1 Kings 22:5 French Bible
1 Kings 22:5 Catholic Bible

OT History: 1 Kings 22:5 Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg)