New International VersionBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Go up and meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and ask them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going off to consult Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron?’
New Living TranslationBut the angel of the LORD told Elijah, who was from Tishbe, “Go and confront the messengers of the king of Samaria and ask them, ‘Is there no God in Israel? Why are you going to Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron, to ask whether the king will recover?
English Standard VersionBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say to them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?
Berean Standard BibleBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and ask them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are on your way to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’
King James BibleBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say unto them, Is it not because there is not a God in Israel, that ye go to inquire of Baalzebub the god of Ekron?
New King James VersionBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say to them, ‘ Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron?’
New American Standard BibleBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and say to them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’
NASB 1995But the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and say to them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’
NASB 1977But the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and say to them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’
Legacy Standard BibleBut the angel of Yahweh said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and say to them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’
Amplified BibleBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say to them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’
Christian Standard BibleBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Go and meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and say to them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?
Holman Christian Standard BibleBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Go and meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and ask them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?
American Standard VersionBut the angel of Jehovah said to Elijah the Tishbite, Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say unto them, Is it because there is no God in Israel, that ye go to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?
Contemporary English VersionAbout the same time, an angel from the LORD sent Elijah the prophet from Tishbe to say to the king's messengers, "Ahaziah has rejected Israel's own God by sending you to ask Baalzebub about his injury.
English Revised VersionBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say unto them, Is it because there is no God in Israel, that ye go to inquire of Baal-zebub the god of Ekron?
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThen the angel of the LORD said to Elijah from Tishbe, "Meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and ask them, 'Do you seek advice from Baalzebub, the god of Ekron, because [you think] there is no God in Israel?
Good News TranslationBut an angel of the LORD commanded Elijah, the prophet from Tishbe, to go and meet the messengers of King Ahaziah and ask them, "Why are you going to consult Baalzebub, the god of Ekron? Is it because you think there is no god in Israel?
International Standard VersionBut the angel of the LORD spoke to Elijah the foreigner, "Get up and go meet the messengers from the king of Samaria. Ask them 'Is it because there is no God in Israel that you're going to consult with Ekron's god Baal-zebub?
NET BibleBut the LORD's angelic messenger told Elijah the Tishbite, "Get up, go to meet the messengers from the king of Samaria. Say this to them: 'You must think there is no God in Israel! That explains why you are on your way to seek an oracle from Baal Zebub the god of Ekron.
New Heart English BibleBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, "Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and tell them, 'Is it because there is no God in Israel, that you go to inquire of Baal Zebub, the god of Ekron?
Webster's Bible TranslationBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say to them, Is it not because there is not a God in Israel, that ye go to inquire of Baal-zebub the god of Ekron? Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and ask them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are on your way to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’
World English BibleBut Yahweh’s angel said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and tell them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you go to inquire of Baal Zebub, the god of Ekron? Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd a messenger of YHWH has spoken to Elijah the Tishbite, “Rise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and speak to them, Is it because there is not a God in Israel—you are going to inquire of Ba‘al-Zebub god of Ekron?
Young's Literal Translation And a messenger of Jehovah hath spoken unto Elijah the Tishbite, 'Rise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and speak unto them, Is it because there is not a God in Israel -- ye are going to inquire of Baal Zebub god of Ekron?
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd the messenger of Jehovah spake to Elijah the Tishbite, Arise, go up to the meeting of the messengers of the king of Shomeron, and speak to them, Is it because there is no God in Israel ye go to seek in Baal the fly god of Ekron? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd an angel of the Lord spoke to Elias the Thesbite, saying: Arise, and go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say to them: Is there not a God in Israel, that ye go to consult Beelzebub the god of Accaron?
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd an Angel of the Lord spoke to Elijah, the Tishbite, saying: “Rise up, and ascend to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria. And you shall say to them: ‘Is there not a God in Israel, so that you would go to consult Beelzebub, the god of Ekron?
New American BibleMeanwhile, the messenger of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite: Go and meet the messengers of Samaria’s king, and tell them: “Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baalzebub, the god of Ekron?”
New Revised Standard VersionBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Get up, go to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say to them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’ Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and say to them, Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are going to inquire of Baal-zebub the god of Ekron?
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd The Angel of LORD JEHOVAH said to Elyah, who was from Thesbe: “Arise! Go down to meet the Messengers of the King of Samaria, and say to them: ‘Is it for lack of a God in Israel you are going to inquire of Beelzebub, god of Aqroon? OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But an angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite: 'Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say unto them: Is it because there is no God in Israel, that ye go to inquire of Baal-zebub the god of Ekron?
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd an angel of the Lord called Eliu the Thesbite, saying, Arise, and go to meet the messengers of Ochozias king of Samaria, and thou shalt say to them, Is it because there is no God in Israel, that ye go to enquire of Baal fly, the God of Accaron? but it shall not be so.
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Context Elijah Denounces Ahaziah… 2Now Ahaziah had fallen through the lattice of his upper room in Samaria and injured himself. So he sent messengers and instructed them: “Go inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron, whether I will recover from this injury.” 3But the angelof the LORDsaidtoElijahthe Tishbite,“Go upto meetthe messengersof the kingof Samariaand ask them,‘Is it becausethere is noGodin Israelthat youare on your wayto inquireof Baal-zebub,the godof Ekron?’4Therefore this is what the LORD says: ‘You will not get up from the bed on which you are lying. You will surely die.’ ” So Elijah departed.…
Cross References Exodus 23:20-21Behold, I am sending an angel before you to protect you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared. / Pay attention to him and listen to his voice; do not defy him, for he will not forgive rebellion, since My Name is in him.
Numbers 22:22-35Then God’s anger was kindled because Balaam was going along, and the angel of the LORD stood in the road to oppose him. Balaam was riding his donkey, and his two servants were with him. / When the donkey saw the angel of the LORD standing in the road with a drawn sword in his hand, she turned off the path and went into a field. So Balaam beat her to return her to the path. / Then the angel of the LORD stood in a narrow passage between two vineyards, with walls on either side. ...
Judges 6:11-12Then the angel of the LORD came and sat down under the oak in Ophrah that belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, where his son Gideon was threshing wheat in a winepress to hide it from the Midianites. / And the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon and said, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.”
1 Kings 13:1-3Suddenly, as Jeroboam was standing beside the altar to burn incense, there came a man of God from Judah to Bethel by the word of the LORD. / And he cried out against the altar by the word of the LORD, “O altar, O altar, this is what the LORD says: ‘A son named Josiah will be born to the house of David, and upon you he will sacrifice the priests of the high places who burn incense upon you, and human bones will be burned upon you.’” / That day the man of God gave a sign, saying, “The LORD has spoken this sign: ‘Surely the altar will be split apart, and the ashes upon it will be poured out.’”
1 Kings 17:1-3Now Elijah the Tishbite, who was among the settlers of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As surely as the LORD, the God of Israel, lives, before whom I stand, there will be neither dew nor rain in these years except at my word!” / Then a revelation from the LORD came to Elijah: / “Leave here, turn eastward, and hide yourself by the Brook of Cherith, east of the Jordan.
1 Kings 18:15Then Elijah said, “As surely as the LORD of Hosts lives, before whom I stand, I will present myself to Ahab today.”
2 Kings 6:17Then Elisha prayed, “O LORD, please open his eyes that he may see.” And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw that the hills were full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.
Isaiah 37:6-7who replied, “Tell your master that this is what the LORD says: ‘Do not be afraid of the words you have heard, with which the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed Me. / Behold, I will put a spirit in him so that he will hear a rumor and return to his own land, where I will cause him to fall by the sword.’”
Jeremiah 42:9-12Jeremiah told them, “Thus says the LORD, the God of Israel, to whom you sent me to present your petition: / ‘If you will indeed stay in this land, then I will build you up and not tear you down; I will plant you and not uproot you, for I will relent of the disaster I have brought upon you. / Do not be afraid of the king of Babylon, whom you now fear; do not be afraid of him, declares the LORD, for I am with you to save you and deliver you from him. ...
Daniel 3:28Nebuchadnezzar declared, “Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who has sent His angel and delivered His servants who trusted in Him. They violated the king’s command and risked their lives rather than serve or worship any god except their own God.
Matthew 1:20-21But after he had pondered these things, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to embrace Mary as your wife, for the One conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. / She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.”
Matthew 2:13When the Magi had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. “Get up!” he said. “Take the Child and His mother and flee to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the Child to kill Him.”
Matthew 28:5-7But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. / He is not here; He has risen, just as He said! Come, see the place where He lay. / Then go quickly and tell His disciples, ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see Him.’ See, I have told you.”
Luke 1:11-13Just then an angel of the Lord appeared to Zechariah, standing at the right side of the altar of incense. / When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and gripped with fear. / But the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to give him the name John.
Luke 2:9-11Just then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. / But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid! For behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people: / Today in the city of David a Savior has been born to you. He is Christ the Lord!
Treasury of Scripture But the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, Arise, go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria, and say to them, Is it not because there is not a God in Israel, that you go to inquire of Baalzebub the god of Ekron? angel 2 Kings 1:15 And the angel of the LORD said unto Elijah, Go down with him: be not afraid of him. And he arose, and went down with him unto the king. 1 Kings 19:5,7 And as he lay and slept under a juniper tree, behold, then an angel touched him, and said unto him, Ariseand eat… Acts 8:26 And the angel of the Lord spake unto Philip, saying, Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza, which is desert. Elijah 2 Kings 1:8 And they answered him,He was an hairy man, and girt with a girdle of leather about his loins. And he said, Itis Elijah the Tishbite. 1 Kings 17:1 And Elijah the Tishbite,who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab,As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. Arise 1 Kings 18:1 And it came to passafter many days, that the word of the LORD came to Elijah in the third year, saying, Go, shew thyself unto Ahab; and I will send rain upon the earth. it 2 Kings 1:6,16 And they said unto him, There came a man up to meet us, and said unto us, Go, turn again unto the king that sent you, and say unto him, Thus saith the LORD,Is it not becausethere is not a God in Israel,that thou sendest to inquire of Baalzebub the god of Ekron? therefore thou shalt not come down from that bed on which thou art gone up, but shalt surely die… 2 Kings 5:8,15 And it wasso, when Elisha the man of God had heard that the king of Israel had rent his clothes, that he sent to the king, saying, Wherefore hast thou rent thy clothes? let him come now to me, and he shall know that there is a prophet in Israel… 1 Samuel 17:46 This day will the LORD deliver thee into mine hand; and I will smite thee, and take thine head from thee; and I will give the carcases of the host of the Philistines this day unto the fowls of the air, and to the wild beasts of the earth; that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel. ye go Jeremiah 2:11-13 Hath a nation changedtheir gods, whichare yet no gods? but my people have changed their glory forthat which doth not profit… Jonah 2:8 They that observe lying vanities forsake their own mercy. Mark 3:22 And the scribes which came down from Jerusalem said, He hath Beelzebub, and by the prince of the devils casteth he out devils. Jump to Previous AngelAriseBaalBaalzebubEkronElijahEli'jahEnquireInquireIsraelItMeetMessengersSamariaSama'riaTishbiteZebubJump to Next AngelAriseBaalBaalzebubEkronElijahEli'jahEnquireInquireIsraelItMeetMessengersSamariaSama'riaTishbiteZebub2 Kings 1 1.Moab rebels2.Ahaziah, sending to Baal-Zebub, has his judgement by Elijah5.Elijah twice brings fire from heaven on those Ahaziah sent to apprehend him.13.He pities the third captain,15.and, encouraged by an angel, tells the king of his death17.Jehoram succeeds AhaziahBut the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the TishbiteThe "angel of the LORD" often represents a divine messenger, sometimes interpreted as a theophany or a pre-incarnate appearance of Christ. Elijah, known as the Tishbite, is a prominent prophet in Israel, hailing from Tishbe in Gilead. His role as a prophet is to convey God's messages, often confronting idolatry and apostasy in Israel. Go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria
The king of Samaria refers to Ahaziah, the son of Ahab and Jezebel, who ruled the northern kingdom of Israel. Samaria was the capital of the northern kingdom, established by King Omri. Elijah is instructed to intercept the king's messengers, indicating the urgency and importance of the divine message. and ask them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel
This rhetorical question highlights Israel's covenant relationship with Yahweh, who had proven His power and presence repeatedly. The question underscores the absurdity and faithlessness of seeking foreign gods when the true God is present in Israel. It serves as a rebuke to Ahaziah's lack of faith and reliance on pagan deities. that you are on your way to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’
Baal-zebub, meaning "lord of the flies," was a deity worshiped in Ekron, a Philistine city. This name is a derogatory alteration of Baal-zebul, "lord of the high place," reflecting the biblical disdain for idolatry. The Philistines were long-time adversaries of Israel, and seeking their god's counsel was a direct violation of Israel's exclusive worship of Yahweh. This act of seeking guidance from Baal-zebub illustrates the spiritual decline and syncretism prevalent in Israel during Ahaziah's reign. Persons / Places / Events 1. Angel of the LORDA divine messenger who delivers God's instructions to Elijah. In the Old Testament, the "angel of the LORD" often represents God's direct intervention. 2. Elijah the TishbiteA prominent prophet in Israel known for his boldness in confronting idolatry and apostasy. Elijah's role is to deliver God's message to the king's messengers. 3. Messengers of the King of SamariaSent by King Ahaziah to inquire of Baal-zebub, these messengers are intercepted by Elijah with a message from God. 4. King of Samaria (Ahaziah)The king of Israel who seeks guidance from a pagan deity, demonstrating a lack of faith in the God of Israel. 5. Baal-zebub, the god of EkronA Philistine deity whose name means "lord of the flies." Ahaziah's inquiry of this god highlights the spiritual decline in Israel. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty and ExclusivityGod alone is sovereign and worthy of worship. Seeking guidance from other sources reflects a lack of faith and understanding of His power. The Role of ProphetsProphets are God's messengers, tasked with delivering His truth, often in challenging circumstances. Like Elijah, we are called to stand firm in our faith and speak truth. The Danger of IdolatryIdolatry leads to spiritual decline and separation from God. We must guard our hearts against placing anything above God in our lives. Divine InterventionGod actively intervenes in human affairs, often through unexpected means, to guide and correct His people. Faithfulness in AdversityElijah's obedience in delivering God's message despite potential danger serves as a model for remaining faithful under pressure. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of 2 Kings 1:3?
2.How does 2 Kings 1:3 demonstrate God's authority over earthly kings and leaders?
3.What can we learn about obedience from Elijah's response in 2 Kings 1:3?
4.How does 2 Kings 1:3 connect with God's sovereignty in Romans 13:1?
5.How should we respond when God challenges worldly authority, as in 2 Kings 1:3?
6.What does "Is it because there is no God in Israel?" teach about faith?
7.Why did God send Elijah to confront the king in 2 Kings 1:3?
8.What does 2 Kings 1:3 reveal about God's view on idolatry?
9.How does 2 Kings 1:3 challenge the authority of earthly kings?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 1?
11.In 2 Kings 1, how does the portrayal of Ahaziah seeking Baal-zebub’s counsel align or conflict with historical records of neighboring religious practices?
12.In 1 Kings 15:14, why are the high places said to remain, yet 2 Chronicles 14:3 claims Asa removed them?
13.How do we reconcile the apparent capacity discrepancy of the bronze sea between 1 Kings 7:26 (2,000 baths) and 2 Chronicles 4:5 (3,000 baths)?
14.2 Chronicles 13 compared with 1 Kings 15:3 - Why does Abijah appear more faithful in Chronicles than in Kings, and what might explain this seeming discrepancy?What Does 2 Kings 1:3 Mean But the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the TishbiteThe scene opens with divine initiative. The “angel of the LORD” (Exodus 3:2;Judges 6:11) is not just any messenger; he speaks with God’s authority and certainty. Elijah, already proven faithful in1 Kings 17–19, receives instructions without hesitation, reminding us that • God still guides His servants personally and precisely (Psalm 32:8). • Heaven is actively engaged when God’s people or their leaders flirt with falsehood (Hebrews 1:14).
Go up to meet the messengers of the king of SamariaThe king (Ahaziah,2 Kings 1:2) has dispatched couriers to Philistine territory, but God intercepts them. Elijah must leave his wilderness hideaway, move toward these officials, and confront their agenda—much like Nathan confronting David (2 Samuel 12:1) or John the Baptist facing Herod (Mark 6:17-18). • Divine truth overtakes our plans; God meets us on the road we choose, even the wrong one (Proverbs 16:9). • Elijah’s bold obedience shows that godly confrontation is sometimes the most loving act (Galatians 2:11-14).
and ask them, ‘Is it because there is no God in IsraelThe question drips with irony. Israel has the covenant-keeping LORD who split the Red Sea (Exodus 14:21), rained fire at Carmel (1 Kings 18:36-39), and promised, “I will be your God” (Leviticus 26:12). To behave otherwise is spiritual amnesia. • Rhetorical questions in Scripture expose unbelief (Genesis 3:9;Romans 2:4). • Every crisis is an opportunity to reaffirm that the LORD alone saves (Isaiah 43:11;Acts 4:12).
that you are on your way to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?Ahaziah seeks answers from a Philistine idol whose name, “lord of the flies,” mocks the LORD’s majesty. Turning to Baal-zebub violates the first commandment (Exodus 20:3) and demonstrates how idolatry always devalues both God and the seeker. • When leaders dabble in darkness, nations suffer (1 Kings 14:16;2 Chronicles 21:11-15). • The true God exposes and humiliates false gods (Isaiah 44:9-20;1 Corinthians 8:4-6). • God’s jealousy is righteous; He will not share His glory with idols (Isaiah 42:8).
summary2 Kings 1:3 highlights God’s unwavering claim on His people. Through Elijah, the LORD intercepts royal plans, questions misplaced trust, and denounces idolatry. The verse reminds us that the living God is present, sufficient, and exclusive; seeking help elsewhere is not merely unwise—it is rebellion against the One who alone deserves our faith and allegiance. (3) But the angel . . . said.--Rather, Now the angel . . . had said. " The angel" is right. (Comp. 2Kings 19:35.) Reuss strangely renders: "Mais une revelation de l'Eternel parla;" and adds the note, "Et non pas un ange" (!). Arise, go up.--Samaria lay on a hill, and the prophet was to meet the messengers at the gates. King of Samaria.--Not Israel, a mark of Judaean feeling. And say.--Literally,speak. LXX., Vulgate, and Arabic add "saying," but comp.1Kings 21:5-6. Is it not because.--Omit "not." So2Kings 1:6. Ye go.--Are going. . . . Verse 3. - The angel of the Lord. It would be better to translate, with the LXX., an angel ( ἄγγελος, not ὁ ἄγγελος). An angel had appeared to Elijah on a previous occasion ( 1 Kings 19:5, 7). Elijah the Tishbite (comp. 1 Kings 17:1; 1 Kings 21:17, 28; 2 Kings 1:8; and for the meaning of the expression, hat-Tishbi, see the comment on 1 Kings 17:1). Arise, go up. Elijah was, apparently, in the low tract of the Shefelah, or in Sharon, when the messengers started, and was thus commanded to go up and meet them, or intercept them on their journey before they descended into the plain. God would not have the insult to his majesty, carried out. Is it not because there is not a God in Israel? rather, Is it that there is no God at all in Israel? The double negative is intensitive, and implies that the king's consultation of Baal-zebub, god of Ekron, is a complete and absolute denial of the Divinity of Jehovah. To consult a foreign oracle is equivalent to raying that the voice of God is wholly silent in one's own land. This was going further in apostasy than Ahab had gone (see 1 Kings 22:6-9).
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Hebrew But the angelוּמַלְאַ֣ךְ(ū·mal·’aḵ)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4397:A messenger, of God, an angelof the LORDיְהוָ֗ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelsaidדִּבֶּר֙(dib·ber)Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1696:To arrange, to speak, to subduetoאֶל־(’el-)Preposition
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, toElijahאֵלִיָּ֣ה(’ê·lî·yāh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 452:Elijah -- 'Yah is God', a well-known prophet of Israel, also three other Israelitesthe Tishbite,הַתִּשְׁבִּ֔י(hat·tiš·bî)Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8664:A Tishbite“Go upעֲלֵ֔ה(‘ă·lêh)Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 5927:To ascend, in, activelyto meetלִקְרַ֖את(liq·raṯ)Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 7125:Against he come, help, meet, seek, to, in the waythe messengersמַלְאֲכֵ֣י(mal·’ă·ḵê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 4397:A messenger, of God, an angelof the kingמֶֽלֶךְ־(me·leḵ-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4428:A kingof Samariaשֹׁמְר֑וֹן(šō·mə·rō·wn)Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 8111:Samaria -- capital of northern kingdom of Israeland ask them,וְדַבֵּ֣ר(wə·ḏab·bêr)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 1696:To arrange, to speak, to subdue‘[Is [it] becauseהַֽמִבְּלִ֤י(ha·mib·bə·lî)Preposition | Adverb
Strong's 1097:Failure, nothing, destruction, without, not yet, because not, as long as[there is] noאֵין־(’ên-)Adverb
Strong's 369:A non-entity, a negative particleGodאֱלֹהִים֙(’ĕ·lō·hîm)Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430:gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlativein Israelבְּיִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל(bə·yiś·rā·’êl)Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478:Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his descthat youאַתֶּם֙(’at·tem)Pronoun - second person masculine plural
Strong's 859:Thou and thee, ye and youare on your wayהֹֽלְכִ֔ים(hō·lə·ḵîm)Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 1980:To go, come, walkto inquireלִדְרֹ֕שׁ(liḏ·rōš)Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 1875:To tread, frequent, to follow, to seek, ask, to worshipof Baal-zebub,זְב֖וּב(zə·ḇūḇ)Preposition | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1176:Baal of flies', a Philistine godthe godאֱלֹהֵ֥י(’ĕ·lō·hê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 430:gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlativeof Ekron?’עֶקְרֽוֹן׃(‘eq·rō·wn)Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 6138:Ekron -- a Philistine city
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OT History: 2 Kings 1:3 But the angel of Yahweh said (2Ki iiKi ii ki 2 kg 2kg) |
