New International VersionKnow, then, that not a word the LORD has spoken against the house of Ahab will fail. The LORD has done what he announced through his servant Elijah.”
New Living TranslationYou can be sure that the message of the LORD that was spoken concerning Ahab’s family will not fail. The LORD declared through his servant Elijah that this would happen.”
English Standard VersionKnow then that there shall fall to the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab, for the LORD has done what he said by his servant Elijah.”
Berean Standard BibleKnow, then, that not a word the LORD has spoken against the house of Ahab will fail, for the LORD has done what He promised through His servant Elijah.”
King James BibleKnow now that there shall fall unto the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spake concerning the house of Ahab: for the LORD hath done that which he spake by his servant Elijah.
New King James VersionKnow now that nothing shall fall to the earth of the word of the LORD which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab; for the LORD has done what He spoke by His servant Elijah.”
New American Standard BibleKnow then that nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab, shall fall to the earth, for the LORD has done what He spoke through His servant Elijah.”
NASB 1995“Know then that there shall fall to the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab, for the LORD has done what He spoke through His servant Elijah.”
NASB 1977“Know then that there shall fall to the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab, for the LORD has done what He spoke through His servant Elijah.”
Legacy Standard BibleKnow then that nothing from the word of Yahweh, which Yahweh spoke concerning the house of Ahab, shall fall to the earth. Indeed, Yahweh has done what He spoke by the hand of His servant Elijah.”
Amplified BibleKnow then [without any doubt] that there shall fall to the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab, for the LORD has done what He said through His servant Elijah.”
Christian Standard BibleKnow, then, that not a word the LORD spoke against the house of Ahab will fail, for the LORD has done what he promised through his servant Elijah.”
Holman Christian Standard BibleKnow, then, that not a word the LORD spoke against the house of Ahab will fail, for the LORD has done what He promised through His servant Elijah.”
American Standard VersionKnow now that there shall fall unto the earth nothing of the word of Jehovah, which Jehovah spake concerning the house of Ahab: for Jehovah hath done that which he spake by his servant Elijah.
Contemporary English VersionListen to me. Everything the LORD's servant Elijah promised about Ahab's family will come true."
English Revised VersionKnow now that there shall fall unto the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spake concerning the house of Ahab: for the LORD hath done that which he spake by his servant Elijah.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationYou can be sure that the word of the LORD spoken about Ahab's family will be fulfilled. The LORD will do what he said through his servant Elijah."
Good News TranslationThis proves that everything that the LORD said about the descendants of Ahab will come true. The LORD has done what he promised through his prophet Elijah."
International Standard VersionKeep this in mind—not a single statement by the LORD will fail to come about that he spoke concerning Ahab's dynasty, because the LORD has accomplished what he predicted by his servant Elijah."
NET BibleTherefore take note that not one of the judgments the LORD announced against Ahab's dynasty has failed to materialize. The LORD had done what he announced through his servant Elijah."
New Heart English BibleKnow now that nothing shall fall to the earth of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab. For the LORD has done that which he spoke by his servant Elijah."
Webster's Bible TranslationKnow now that there shall fall to the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab; for the LORD hath done that which he spoke by his servant Elijah. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleKnow, then, that not a word the LORD has spoken against the house of Ahab will fail, for the LORD has done what He promised through His servant Elijah.”
World English BibleKnow now that nothing will fall to the earth of Yahweh’s word, which Yahweh spoke concerning Ahab’s house. For Yahweh has done that which he spoke by his servant Elijah.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionNow you know that nothing falls of the word of YHWH to the earth that YHWH spoke against the house of Ahab, and YHWH has done that which He spoke by the hand of His servant Elijah.”
Young's Literal Translation Know ye now, that nothing doth fall of the word of Jehovah to the earth that Jehovah spake against the house of Ahab, and Jehovah hath done that which He spake by the hand of His servant Elijah.'
Smith's Literal TranslationKnow now that nothing shall fall from the word of Jehovah to the earth which Jehovah spake concerning the house of Ahab: for Jehovah did what he spake by the hand of his servant Elijah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSee therefore now that there hath not fallen to the ground any of the words of the Lord, which the Lord spoke concerning the house of Achab, and the Lord hath done that which he spoke in the hand of his servant Elias.
Catholic Public Domain VersionNow therefore, see that none of the words of the Lord has fallen to the ground, which the Lord spoke over the house of Ahab, and that the Lord has done what he spoke by the hand of his servant Elijah.”
New American BibleKnow that not a single word which the LORD has spoken against the house of Ahab shall fail. The LORD has accomplished what he decreed through his servant Elijah.”
New Revised Standard VersionKnow then that there shall fall to the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab; for the LORD has done what he said through his servant Elijah.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleKnow now that there shall fall to the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, of all which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab; for the LORD has done that which he spoke by his servant Elijah.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedKnow therefore that no word of LORD JEHOVAH falls on the Earth of all that LORD JEHOVAH said against the household of Akhab, and LORD JEHOVAH has done the thing that he spoke by the hand of his Servant Elyah!” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Know now that there shall fall unto the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab; for the LORD hath done that which He spoke by His servant Elijah.'
Brenton Septuagint TranslationSee now that there shall not fall to the ground anything of the word of the Lord which the Lord spoke against the house of Achaab: for the Lord has performed all that he spoke of by the hand of his servant Eliu.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Jehu Slaughters Ahab's Family… 9The next morning, Jehu went out and stood before all the people and said, “You are innocent. It was I who conspired against my master and killed him. But who killed all these? 10Know,then,thatnota wordthe LORDhas spokenagainstthe houseof Ahabwill fail,for the LORDhas donewhatHe promisedthroughHis servantElijah.”11So Jehu killed everyone in Jezreel who remained of the house of Ahab, as well as all his great men and close friends and priests, leaving him without a single survivor.…
Cross References 1 Kings 21:19-24Tell him that this is what the LORD says: ‘Have you not murdered a man and seized his land?’ Then tell him that this is also what the LORD says: ‘In the place where the dogs licked up the blood of Naboth, there also the dogs will lick up your blood—yes, yours!’” / When Elijah arrived, Ahab said to him, “So you have found me out, my enemy.” He replied, “I have found you out because you have sold yourself to do evil in the sight of the LORD. / This is what the LORD says: ‘I will bring calamity on you and consume your descendants; I will cut off from Ahab every male in Israel, both slave and free. ...
1 Kings 21:29“Have you seen how Ahab has humbled himself before Me? Because he has humbled himself before Me, I will not bring the calamity during his days, but I will bring it upon his house in the days of his son.”
2 Kings 9:7-10And you are to strike down the house of your master Ahab, so that I may avenge the blood of My servants the prophets and the blood of all the servants of the LORD shed by the hand of Jezebel. / The whole house of Ahab will perish, and I will cut off from Ahab every male, both slave and free, in Israel. / I will make the house of Ahab like the houses of Jeroboam son of Nebat and Baasha son of Ahijah. ...
1 Kings 14:10Because of all this, behold, I am bringing disaster on the house of Jeroboam: I will cut off from Jeroboam every male, both slave and free, in Israel; I will burn up the house of Jeroboam as one burns up dung until it is gone!
1 Kings 16:3-4So now I will consume Baasha and his house, and I will make your house like that of Jeroboam son of Nebat: / Anyone belonging to Baasha who dies in the city will be eaten by dogs, and anyone who dies in the field will be eaten by the birds of the air.”
1 Kings 20:42And the prophet said to the king, “This is what the LORD says: ‘Because you have let slip from your hand the man I had devoted to destruction, your life will be exchanged for his life, and your people for his people.’”
2 Kings 9:36-37So they went back and told Jehu, who replied, “This is the word of the LORD, which He spoke through His servant Elijah the Tishbite: ‘On the plot of ground at Jezreel the dogs will devour the flesh of Jezebel. / And Jezebel’s body will lie like dung in the field on the plot of ground at Jezreel, so that no one can say: This is Jezebel.’”
2 Kings 9:25-26And Jehu said to Bidkar his officer, “Pick him up and throw him into the field of Naboth the Jezreelite. For remember that when you and I were riding together behind his father Ahab, the LORD lifted up this burden against him: / ‘As surely as I saw the blood of Naboth and the blood of his sons yesterday, declares the LORD, so will I repay you on this plot of ground, declares the LORD.’ Now then, according to the word of the LORD, pick him up and throw him on the plot of ground.”
2 Kings 21:13I will stretch out over Jerusalem the measuring line used against Samaria and the plumb line used against the house of Ahab, and I will wipe out Jerusalem as one wipes out a bowl—wiping it and turning it upside down.
Isaiah 14:22-23“I will rise up against them,” declares the LORD of Hosts. “I will cut off from Babylon her name and her remnant, her offspring and her posterity,” declares the LORD. / “I will make her a place for owls and for swamplands; I will sweep her away with the broom of destruction,” declares the LORD of Hosts.
Jeremiah 18:7-10At any time I might announce that a nation or kingdom will be uprooted, torn down, and destroyed. / But if that nation I warned turns from its evil, then I will relent of the disaster I had planned to bring. / And if at another time I announce that I will build up and establish a nation or kingdom, ...
Ezekiel 12:25because I, the LORD, will speak whatever word I speak, and it will be fulfilled without delay. For in your days, O rebellious house, I will speak a message and bring it to pass, declares the Lord GOD.’”
Ezekiel 24:14I, the LORD, have spoken; the time is coming, and I will act. I will not refrain or show pity, nor will I relent. I will judge you according to your ways and deeds,’ declares the Lord GOD.”
Matthew 5:18For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished.
Matthew 24:35Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away.
Treasury of Scripture Know now that there shall fall to the earth nothing of the word of the LORD, which the LORD spoke concerning the house of Ahab: for the LORD has done that which he spoke by his servant Elijah. fall unto the earth 1 Samuel 3:19 And Samuel grew, and the LORD was with him, and did let none of his words fall to the ground. 1 Samuel 15:29 And also the Strength of Israel will not lie nor repent: for heis not a man, that he should repent. Jeremiah 44:28,29 Yet a small number that escape the sword shall return out of the land of Egypt into the land of Judah, and all the remnant of Judah, that are gone into the land of Egypt to sojourn there, shall know whose words shall stand, mine, or theirs… the Lord hath done 2 Kings 9:7-10 And thou shalt smite the house of Ahab thy master, that I may avenge the blood of my servants the prophets, and the blood of all the servants of the LORD, at the hand of Jezebel… 1 Kings 21:19,21-24,29 And thou shalt speak unto him, saying, Thus saith the LORD, Hast thou killed, and also taken possession? And thou shalt speak unto him, saying, Thus saith the LORD, In the place where dogs licked the blood of Naboth shall dogs lick thy blood, even thine… by. 2 Kings 9:36 Wherefore they came again, and told him. And he said, Thisis the word of the LORD, which he spake by his servant Elijah the Tishbite, saying, In the portion of Jezreel shall dogs eat the flesh of Jezebel: Jump to Previous AhabEarthElijahEli'jahFailFallFamilyHandHousePromisedServantWordJump to Next AhabEarthElijahEli'jahFailFallFamilyHandHousePromisedServantWord2 Kings 10 1.Jehu, by his letters, causes seventy of Ahab's sons to be beheaded8.He excuses the fact by the prophecy of Elijah12.At the shearing house he slays forty-two of Ahaziah's brothers15.He takes Jehonadab into his company18.By subtilty he destroys all the worshippers of Baal29.Jehu follows Jeroboam's sins32.Hazael oppresses Israel34.Jehoahaz succeeds JehuKnow, then, that not a word the LORD has spoken against the house of Ahab will failThis phrase emphasizes the certainty and reliability of God's word. In the context of 2 Kings 10, Jehu is executing judgment on the house of Ahab, fulfilling the prophecy given by Elijah. The house of Ahab, known for its idolatry and wickedness, particularly under the influence of Queen Jezebel, was prophesied to face destruction ( 1 Kings 21:21-24). This assurance of God's word not failing is echoed throughout Scripture, such as in Isaiah 55:11, where God's word is described as accomplishing what He desires. for the LORD has done what He promised
This highlights the fulfillment of divine prophecy. The LORD's promises, especially those concerning judgment and justice, are depicted as inevitable and certain. The historical context here is crucial; the northern kingdom of Israel had turned away from God, and the house of Ahab was a significant part of this apostasy. God's promises, whether of blessing or judgment, are always fulfilled, as seen in other biblical narratives like the deliverance of Israel from Egypt (Exodus 12:25) and the coming of the Messiah (Isaiah 9:6-7). through His servant Elijah
Elijah, a major prophet in Israel, was instrumental in delivering God's messages during a time of rampant idolatry. His confrontation with Ahab and Jezebel, particularly on Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18), is a pivotal moment in Israel's history. Elijah's role as a prophet is significant, as he is a type of Christ, foreshadowing the ultimate prophet and savior. Elijah's prophecies, including the judgment on Ahab's house, demonstrate the power and authority of God's word delivered through His chosen servants. Elijah's ministry is a testament to God's faithfulness in sending prophets to guide and warn His people. Persons / Places / Events 1. JehuThe king of Israel who was anointed to destroy the house of Ahab and eradicate Baal worship from Israel. 2. AhabFormer king of Israel whose house was prophesied to be destroyed due to his idolatry and wickedness. 3. ElijahThe prophet through whom God delivered the prophecy against Ahab's house. 4. The House of AhabThe royal family of Ahab, which was judged by God for its idolatry and evil practices. 5. JezreelThe location where much of the judgment against Ahab's house took place. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness to His WordGod's promises and warnings are sure and will come to pass. Believers can trust in the reliability of God's word as demonstrated in the fulfillment of prophecy against Ahab's house. The Consequences of SinThe destruction of Ahab's house serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of sin and disobedience. It calls believers to live in obedience to God's commands. The Role of ProphetsProphets like Elijah were instruments of God's will, delivering messages that were both warnings and promises. This underscores the importance of heeding God's messengers. Divine JusticeGod's actions against Ahab's house illustrate His justice. While His patience is great, His justice will ultimately prevail against wickedness. The Sovereignty of GodThe fulfillment of prophecy demonstrates God's sovereignty over history and His ability to bring about His purposes despite human actions. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of 2 Kings 10:10?
2.How does 2 Kings 10:10 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His word?
3.What lessons about divine justice can we learn from 2 Kings 10:10?
4.How does 2 Kings 10:10 connect with God's promises in 1 Kings 21:19?
5.How can we apply the certainty of God's word in our daily lives?
6.In what ways does 2 Kings 10:10 encourage trust in God's sovereign plans?
7.How does 2 Kings 10:10 demonstrate God's fulfillment of prophecy?
8.What does 2 Kings 10:10 reveal about God's justice?
9.How does 2 Kings 10:10 relate to the theme of divine retribution?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 10?
11.How does 2 Kings 10:1–11 reconcile mass slaughter with the broader biblical prohibition against murder?
12.Could dogs literally devour Jezebel's body as described in 2 Kings 9:33-35, or might this be symbolic hyperbole?
13.How do we reconcile Hosea 1:4-5 with 2 Kings 10:30, where Jehu is commended, yet here his dynasty is condemned?
14.2 Kings 15:12 references a prophecy fulfilled through Jehu's dynasty--how do we address claims that the text was written or edited post-event to appear prophetic?What Does 2 Kings 10:10 Mean Know, then• Jehu calls for deliberate recognition. He is saying, “Settle this in your mind.” • Scripture often urges God’s people to “know” rather than guess (Joshua 23:14;Psalm 46:10). • Certainty about God’s work produces courage for obedience, just as it did for Jehu in carrying out judgment.
that not a word the LORD has spoken• The focus shifts from human action to divine speech. God’s utterances are flawless, fixed, and final (Isaiah 55:11;Psalm 119:89). • The statement assumes verbal inspiration: every syllable matters (Matthew 5:18). • When God speaks, reality must align with His Word rather than the other way around.
against the house of Ahab• God’s words here are words of judgment. Ahab led Israel into Baal worship and murderous injustice (1 Kings 16:30–33;1 Kings 21:15–16). • Through Elijah the sentence was pronounced: the dynasty would be cut off, dogs would lick up blood, and Jezebel would be eaten by dogs (1 Kings 21:21–24). • Jehu, raised up by God, is the means by which that sentence is carried out (2 Kings 9:6–10; 10:1–7).
will fail,• “Fail” pictures a single word dropping uselessly to the ground. None will. • God’s track record proves it: not one promise failed in Joshua’s day (Joshua 21:45), nor in Samuel’s (1 Samuel 3:19). • Ahab’s house illustrates a sobering corollary: promises of judgment are as certain as promises of blessing.
for the LORD has done• The proof is visible. Jezebel is already dead (2 Kings 9:32–37), and seventy royal sons have been executed (2 Kings 10:6–7). • Prophecy moves from speech to history under God’s sovereign hand. • The verb “has done” underscores completion; what remains is mop-up, not uncertainty.
what He promised• God’s dealings rest on covenant faithfulness. When He promises, He binds Himself (Numbers 23:19). • Elijah’s earlier prophecy (1 Kings 21:19–24) and the later confirmation to Elisha (2 Kings 9:7–10) show the continuity of God’s plan. • The fulfillment encourages believers to trust every other promise—salvation, provision, future resurrection—just as confidently.
through His servant Elijah.• God works through chosen messengers. Elijah spoke; Jehu acted. Both operated under divine authority (1 Kings 17:1;James 5:17). • Calling Elijah “servant” highlights humility and reliability. Prophets are mouthpieces, not inventors. • The chain—God → prophet → history—demonstrates the unstoppable progress of God’s kingdom purposes.
summary2 Kings 10:10 is Jehu’s declaration that God’s prophetic word is already crashing down on Ahab’s wicked dynasty. Every phrase stresses the absolute reliability of what God says, whether it concerns mercy or judgment. Because not a single word can fail, believers can live with unshakable confidence in all that the Lord has spoken. (10) Fall unto the earth.--As a dead thing; man, bird, or beast. (Comp. Matthew 10:29.) Nothing of the word of the Lord.--No part of Elijah's prediction shall fail of accomplishment. For the Lord hath done.--Rather,and Jehovah, He hath done; or, and Jehovah it is who hath done. Verse 10. - Know now that there shall fall unto the earth - i.e. "perish," "come to naught" - nothing of the word of the Lord, which the Lord spake concerning the house of Ahab. As the accomplishment had gone so far, it was safe to predict, or at any rate Jehu felt emboldened to predict, that the entire prophecy of Elijah would be fulfilled to the letter. The whole house of Ahab would perish - it would be made like the house of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, and like the house of Baasha the son of Ahijah ( 1 Kings 21:23), and its adherents would share its fate. For the Lord hath done that which he spake by his servant Elijah; i.e. "has requited Ahab in the portion of Jezreel; has caused dogs to eat the flesh of Jezebel; and has begun the destruction of his house. The inchoate fulfillment of prophecy was always felt to be the strongest possible argument for its ultimate complete fulfillment.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Know,דְּע֣וּ(də·‘ū)Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 3045:To knowthen,אֵפ֗וֹא(’ê·p̄ō·w)Conjunction
Strong's 645:Here, now, thenthatכִּי֩(kî)Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunctionnotלֹ֨א(lō)Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, noa wordמִדְּבַ֤ר(mid·də·ḇar)Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1697:A word, a matter, thing, a causethe LORDיְהוָה֙(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelhas spokenדִּבֶּ֥ר(dib·ber)Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1696:To arrange, to speak, to subdueagainstעַל־(‘al-)Preposition
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, againstthe houseבֵּ֣ית(bêṯ)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004:A houseof Ahabאַחְאָ֑ב(’aḥ·’āḇ)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 256:Ahab -- 'father's brother', a king of Israel, also a false prophetwill fail,יִפֹּ֜ל(yip·pōl)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5307:To fall, liefor the LORDיְהוָ֖ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelhas doneעָשָׂ֔ה(‘ā·śāh)Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213:To do, makewhatאֲשֶׁר־(’ă·šer-)Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order thatHe promisedדִּבֶּ֔ר(dib·ber)Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1696:To arrange, to speak, to subduethroughבְּיַ֖ד(bə·yaḏ)Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3027:A handHis servantעַבְדּ֥וֹ(‘aḇ·dōw)Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5650:Slave, servantElijah.”אֵלִיָּֽהוּ׃(’ê·lî·yā·hū)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 452:Elijah -- 'Yah is God', a well-known prophet of Israel, also three other Israelites
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