1 Kings 1:14
1 Kings 1:14 in Multiple Translations
Then, while you are still there speaking with the king, I will come in after you and confirm your words.”
Behold, while thou yet talkest there with the king, I also will come in after thee, and confirm thy words.
Behold, while thou yet talkest there with the king, I also will come in after thee, and confirm thy words.
And while you are still talking there with the king, see, I will come in after you and say that your story is true.
Then I'll come in while you're still there talking with the king and I'll confirm what you're saying.”
Behold, while thou yet talkest there with the King, I also will come in after thee, and confirme thy wordes.
Lo, thou are yet speaking there with the king, and I come in after thee, and have completed thy words.'
Behold, while you are still talking there with the king, I will also come in after you and confirm your words.”
Behold, while thou art yet talking there with the king, I will also come in after thee, and confirm thy words.
And while thou art yet speaking there with the king, I will come in after thee, and will fill up thy words.
Then, while you are still talking to the king, I will come in and tell him that what you are saying to him about Adonijah is true.”
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 1:14
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1 Kings 1:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הִנֵּ֗ה
עוֹדָ֛/ךְ
מְדַבֶּ֥רֶת
שָׁ֖ם
עִם
הַ/מֶּ֑לֶךְ
וַ/אֲנִי֙
אָב֣וֹא
אַחֲרַ֔יִ/ךְ
וּ/מִלֵּאתִ֖י
אֶת
דְּבָרָֽיִ/ךְ
הִנֵּ֗ה
hinnêh
H2009
behold
Part
עוֹדָ֛/ךְ
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv | Suff
מְדַבֶּ֥רֶת
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel
שָׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
there
Adv
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
הַ/מֶּ֑לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
וַ/אֲנִי֙
ʼănîy
H589
I
Conj | Pron
אָב֣וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
אַחֲרַ֔יִ/ךְ
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep | Suff
וּ/מִלֵּאתִ֖י
mâlêʼ
H4390
to fill
Conj | V-Piel-1cs
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
דְּבָרָֽיִ/ךְ
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 1:14
הִנֵּ֗ה
hinnêh
H2009
"behold"
Part
This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.
Definition: behold, lo, see, if
Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.
עוֹדָ֛/ךְ
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Adv | Suff
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
מְדַבֶּ֥רֶת
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
V-Piel
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
שָׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
הַ/מֶּ֑לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
וַ/אֲנִי֙
ʼănîy
H589
"I"
Conj | Pron
This Hebrew word is a simple way of saying 'I' or 'me', often used for emphasis. It is used by people like David in the Psalms to express their thoughts and feelings. The word is a basic part of the Hebrew language.
Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 803 OT verses. KJV: I, (as for) me, mine, myself, we, [idiom] which, [idiom] who. See also: Genesis 6:17; Leviticus 19:36; 1 Samuel 25:24.
אָב֣וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
אַחֲרַ֔יִ/ךְ
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep | Suff
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
וּ/מִלֵּאתִ֖י
mâlêʼ
H4390
"to fill"
Conj | V-Piel-1cs
To fill means to make something full or complete, like filling a container or fulfilling a promise. This word is used in many contexts, including being full of joy or having a job completed.
Definition: 1) to fill, be full 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be full 1a1a) fulness, abundance (participle) 1a1b) to be full, be accomplished, be ended 1a2) to consecrate, fill the hand 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be filled, be armed, be satisfied 1b2) to be accomplished, be ended 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to fill 1c2) to satisfy 1c3) to fulfil, accomplish, complete 1c4) to confirm 1d) (Pual) to be filled 1e) (Hithpael) to mass themselves against Aramaic equivalent: me.la (מְלָא "to fill" H4391)
Usage: Occurs in 242 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, confirm, [phrase] consecrate, be at an end, be expired, be fenced, fill, fulfil, (be, become, [idiom] draw, give in, go) full(-ly, -ly set, tale), (over-) flow, fulness, furnish, gather (selves, together), presume, replenish, satisfy, set, space, take a (hand-) full, [phrase] have wholly. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 16:14; Psalms 10:7.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
דְּבָרָֽיִ/ךְ
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-mp | Suff
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 1:14
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- 1 Kings 1:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 1:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 1:14
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:14
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 1:14
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 1:14
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:14
- Sermons on 1 Kings 1:14
Context — Nathan and Bathsheba before David
12Now please, come and let me advise you. Save your own life and the life of your son Solomon.
13Go at once to King David and say, ‘My lord the king, did you not swear to your maidservant, “Surely your son Solomon will reign after me, and he will sit on my throne”? Why then has Adonijah become king?’
14Then, while you are still there speaking with the king, I will come in after you and confirm your words.”
15So Bathsheba went to see the king in his bedroom. Since the king was very old, Abishag the Shunammite was serving him. 16And Bathsheba bowed down in homage to the king, who asked, “What is your desire?”Cross References
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| 1 | 2 Corinthians 13:1 | This is the third time I am coming to you. “Every matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.” |
| 2 | 1 Kings 1:17–27 | “My lord,” she replied, “you yourself swore to your maidservant by the LORD your God: ‘Surely your son Solomon will reign after me, and he will sit on my throne.’ But now, behold, Adonijah has become king, and you, my lord the king, did not know it. And he has sacrificed an abundance of oxen, fattened calves, and sheep, and has invited all the other sons of the king, as well as Abiathar the priest and Joab the commander of the army. But he did not invite your servant Solomon. And as for you, my lord the king, the eyes of all Israel are upon you to tell them who will sit on the throne of my lord the king after him. Otherwise, when my lord the king rests with his fathers, I and my son Solomon will be counted as criminals.” And just then, while Bathsheba was still speaking with the king, Nathan the prophet arrived. So the king was told, “Nathan the prophet is here.” And Nathan went in and bowed facedown before the king. “My lord the king,” said Nathan, “did you say, ‘Adonijah will reign after me, and he will sit on my throne’? For today he has gone down and sacrificed an abundance of oxen, fattened calves, and sheep, and has invited all the sons of the king, the commanders of the army, and Abiathar the priest. And behold, they are eating and drinking before him, saying, ‘Long live King Adonijah!’ But me your servant he did not invite, nor Zadok the priest, nor Benaiah son of Jehoiada, nor your servant Solomon. Has my lord the king let this happen without informing your servant who should sit on the throne after my lord the king?” |
1 Kings 1:14 Summary
[This verse is about Nathan the prophet telling Bathsheba that he will confirm her words to King David, to help ensure that God's will is carried out. Nathan is speaking on behalf of God, and his confirmation will give added weight to Bathsheba's plea. This is similar to how God used prophets to confirm His messages in the Bible, such as in Deuteronomy 18:22 and Isaiah 44:26. By seeking confirmation from God and His representatives, we can trust that His will is being done, even when we don't see immediate results, as seen in Romans 8:28 and Jeremiah 29:11.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the context of this verse in 1 Kings 1:14?
This verse is part of a conversation between Nathan the prophet and Bathsheba, where Nathan is advising Bathsheba to speak to King David about the rightful succession of her son Solomon to the throne, as promised in 2 Samuel 7:12-13 and 1 Chronicles 22:9-10.
Why is Nathan telling Bathsheba that he will confirm her words to King David?
Nathan is telling Bathsheba that he will confirm her words to give added weight and credibility to her plea, as a prophet of the Lord, similar to how the Lord used prophets to confirm His messages in Deuteronomy 18:22 and Isaiah 44:26.
What is the significance of Nathan's role in this conversation?
Nathan's role is significant because as a prophet, he is speaking on behalf of God, and his confirmation of Bathsheba's words will help to ensure that God's will is carried out, as seen in 2 Samuel 7:4-17 and 1 Kings 1:38.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of 1 Kings?
This verse relates to the overall theme of 1 Kings, which is the transition of power from King David to his son Solomon, and the establishment of Solomon as the rightful king of Israel, as promised in 2 Samuel 7:12-16 and 1 Kings 2:1-4.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can seek confirmation from God or His representatives in my own life, just like Bathsheba and Nathan are seeking confirmation from King David?
- How can I trust that God is working behind the scenes to bring about His will, even when I don't see immediate results, just like Nathan and Bathsheba are trusting in God's plan for Solomon?
- What are some ways that I can be a source of confirmation and encouragement to others, just like Nathan is being to Bathsheba in this verse?
- How can I apply the principle of seeking confirmation and counsel from others, as seen in this verse, to my own decision-making process, especially in difficult situations?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 1:14
Behold, while thou yet talkest there with the king,.... Before, or by the time she could deliver the above words to him, or such as she should think fit to use, to awaken the king to a concern for
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 1:14
Go and get thee in unto king David, and say unto him, Didst not thou, my lord, O king, swear unto thine handmaid, saying, Assuredly Solomon thy son shall reign after me, and he shall sit upon my throne?
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:14
1 Kings 1:14 Behold, while thou yet talkest there with the king, I also will come in after thee, and confirm thy words.Ver. 14. I will come in after thee, and confirm thy words,] Heb., Fill up - that is, say the same, and more. There are some seeming contradictions in Scripture: and though they seem to be as the accusers of Christ, never a one speaking like the other, yet if we understand, we shall find them speaking like Nathan and Bathsheba, both speaking the same things. Pollicetur suam operam in praetexenda tela.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:14
(14) While thou yet talkest.—The whole history seems to indicate a growth of royal state and Oriental reverence for the king’s person since the defeat of Absalom, contrasted with the comparative simplicity of intercourse with him in earlier days, and preparatory to the still greater development of majesty and despotism under Solomon. Bath-sheba’s entrance into the bedchamber seems to be looked upon as an intrusion, to be ventured upon only in the humble attitude of a suppliant. Nathan does not presume to approach the king with remonstrance, till the maternal anxiety of Bath-sheba has paved the way. (Comp, in Esther 4:10-16, the picture of the still more unapproachable royalty of Persia.)
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 1:14
14. and confirm thy words] Lit. ‘fill up’ thy words. This Nathan could most fitly do because he knew of the expressions of God’s will which had been communicated unto David. Thus he could dwell more fully than Bath-sheba on the king’s previous intentions, and knowing better than she what was going on around Adonijah could assure David that it was no imaginary alarm.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 1:14
Confirm thy words - “Establish” them, by giving a second testimony.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:14
14. Confirm thy words — Hebrew, as margin, fill up; that is, complete, in the same sense as fulfilling, and thereby confirming a prophecy.
Sermons on 1 Kings 1:14
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(Saved Through the Fire) 03 - the Path of True Salvation by Milton Green | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of acting upon the word of God and not just hearing it. He emphasizes the need to stand on the foundation of God's word and re |
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God's Anyone by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher starts by referencing 2nd Corinthians 13:1 and expresses concern for those who are not fully committed to the message. He then quotes Revelation 3:20, |
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Orthodoxy (How to Discern 3) by Anton Bosch | Anton Bosch addresses the issue of individual interpretation of the Bible, emphasizing the importance of aligning our understanding with orthodox doctrine that has been established |
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The Book of Mormon by Marvin Cowan | Marvin Cowan discusses the claims surrounding the Book of Mormon, emphasizing that while it is presented as a second witness to the Bible, it lacks the historical and doctrinal con |