1 Kings 1:22
1 Kings 1:22 in Multiple Translations
And just then, while Bathsheba was still speaking with the king, Nathan the prophet arrived.
¶ And, lo, while she yet talked with the king, Nathan the prophet also came in.
And, lo, while she yet talked with the king, Nathan the prophet came in.
And while she was still talking with the king, Nathan the prophet came in.
Right then, while she was still speaking with the king, Nathan the prophet arrived.
And lo, while she yet talked with the King, Nathan also the Prophet came in.
And lo, she is yet speaking with the king, and Nathan the prophet hath come in;
Behold, while she was still talking with the king, Nathan the prophet came in.
And lo, while she was yet talking with the king, Nathan the prophet also came in.
As she was yet speaking with the king, Nathan the prophet came.
While she was still talking to the king, Nathan came to the palace.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 1:22
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1 Kings 1:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/הִנֵּ֛ה
עוֹדֶ֥/נָּה
מְדַבֶּ֖רֶת
עִם
הַ/מֶּ֑לֶךְ
וְ/נָתָ֥ן
הַ/נָּבִ֖יא
בָּֽא
וְ/הִנֵּ֛ה
hinnêh
H2009
behold
Conj | Part
עוֹדֶ֥/נָּה
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv | Suff
מְדַבֶּ֖רֶת
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
הַ/מֶּ֑לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
וְ/נָתָ֥ן
Nâthân
H5416
Nathan
Conj | N-proper
הַ/נָּבִ֖יא
nâbîyʼ
H5030
prophet
Art | N-ms
בָּֽא
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 1:22
וְ/הִנֵּ֛ה
hinnêh
H2009
"behold"
Conj | 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.
עוֹדֶ֥/נָּה
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.
מְדַבֶּ֖רֶת
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.
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.
וְ/נָתָ֥ן
Nâthân
H5416
"Nathan"
Conj | N-proper
Nathan was a prophet in the time of King David and Solomon, and his name means 'giver' in Hebrew, as mentioned in 1 Kings and 1 Chronicles.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.39 § Nathan = "giver" 1) a son of David by Bathsheba 2) the eminent prophet in the time of David and Solomon 3) a man of Zobah, father of one of David's mighty warriors 4) father of Azariah who was over the officers of Solomon 5) son of Attai and father of Zabad of the tribe of Judah 6) brother of Joel of the tribe of Judah 7) one of the head men who returned from Babylon with Ezra 8) a man with a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 9) head of a family of Israel who shall mourn when they look on Him whom they pierced
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Nathan. See also: 2 Samuel 5:14; 1 Kings 1:34; Psalms 51:2.
הַ/נָּבִ֖יא
nâbîyʼ
H5030
"prophet"
Art | N-ms
A prophet is someone who speaks for God, like a spokesperson. This word is used in the Bible to describe true and false prophets, like those in 1 and 2 Kings.
Definition: 1) spokesman, speaker, prophet 1a) prophet 1b) false prophet 1c) heathen prophet Aramaic equivalent: ne.vi (נְבִיא "prophet" H5029)
Usage: Occurs in 288 OT verses. KJV: prophecy, that prophesy, prophet. See also: Genesis 20:7; 2 Kings 24:2; Psalms 51:2.
בָּֽא
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
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.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 1:22
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- 1 Kings 1:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 1:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 1:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:22
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:22
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 1:22
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 1:22
- Sermons on 1 Kings 1:22
Context — Nathan and Bathsheba before David
20And 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.
21Otherwise, when my lord the king rests with his fathers, I and my son Solomon will be counted as criminals.”
22And just then, while Bathsheba was still speaking with the king, Nathan the prophet arrived.
23So the king was told, “Nathan the prophet is here.” And Nathan went in and bowed facedown before the king. 24“My lord the king,” said Nathan, “did you say, ‘Adonijah will reign after me, and he will sit on my throne’?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Job 1:16–18 | While he was still speaking, another messenger came and reported: “The fire of God fell from heaven. It burned and consumed the sheep and the servants, and I alone have escaped to tell you!” While he was still speaking, another messenger came and reported: “The Chaldeans formed three bands, raided the camels, and took them away. They put the servants to the sword, and I alone have escaped to tell you!” While he was still speaking, another messenger came and reported: “Your sons and daughters were eating and drinking wine in their oldest brother’s house, |
| 2 | Genesis 24:15 | Before the servant had finished praying, Rebekah came out with her jar on her shoulder. She was the daughter of Bethuel son of Milcah, the wife of Abraham’s brother Nahor. |
| 3 | Daniel 9:20 | While I was speaking, praying, confessing my sin and that of my people Israel, and presenting my petition before the LORD my God concerning His holy mountain— |
1 Kings 1:22 Summary
This verse shows us how Nathan the prophet arrived at a crucial moment in a conversation between Bathsheba and King David, helping to determine the future of the kingdom. It reminds us that God is always working, even when we're not aware of it, and that seeking His guidance is essential, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6. Just like Nathan, we can trust that God will guide us in our decisions and interactions with others, if we seek Him with a humble heart, as encouraged in 2 Chronicles 7:14. By looking to God for wisdom, we can navigate life's challenges with confidence and faith.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Nathan the prophet arrive at this specific moment in the conversation between Bathsheba and King David?
Nathan's arrival was likely a divinely orchestrated event, as seen in other instances in the Bible where prophets arrived at crucial moments to guide God's people, such as in 2 Chronicles 34:22 when Hilkiah the priest found the Book of the Law and consulted with the prophet Huldah.
What role did Bathsheba play in this conversation with King David before Nathan arrived?
Bathsheba was advocating for her son Solomon to become the next king, as seen in 1 Kings 1:20-21, where she reminded King David of his promise to her regarding Solomon's succession, similar to how Hannah prayed for a son and dedicated him to the Lord's service in 1 Samuel 1:27-28.
How did King David's conversation with Bathsheba and Nathan's arrival relate to the larger context of the kingdom's future?
This conversation was crucial in determining the successor to King David's throne, as Adonijah was also seeking to become king, and Nathan's arrival helped to clarify God's will in the matter, as seen in 1 Kings 1:24 where Nathan asked King David if he had indeed said Adonijah would reign after him.
What can we learn from Nathan's timely arrival in this verse?
Nathan's arrival teaches us about the importance of seeking and following God's guidance, especially in times of uncertainty or crucial decision-making, as emphasized in Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are encouraged to trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on our own understanding.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I have needed guidance or wisdom, and how did I seek it?
- How can I, like Nathan, be sensitive to the Lord's leading and timing in my interactions with others?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of seeking God's will, as seen in this verse, to my own decision-making processes?
- What does this verse teach me about the relationship between human planning and God's sovereignty, as seen in other passages like Romans 11:33-36?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 1:22
And, lo, while she yet talked with the king,.... Just as she was concluding her speech to him: Nathan the prophet also came in; as he promised he would; perhaps was at the chamber door all the while
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 1:22
And, lo, while she yet talked with the king, Nathan the prophet also came in. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:22
To discourse with the king; which made it fit for her to withdraw, as she did, .
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 1:22
1 Kings 1:22 And, lo, while she yet talked with the king, Nathan the prophet also came in.Ver. 22. Nathan the prophet also came in.] And so Bathsheba went out, that it might not appear to be a plot betwixt them.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 1:22
22–27. Nathan confirms the statements of Bath-sheba (Not in Chronicles) 22. Nathan the prophet also came in] Apparently at first into an outer room, whence he was announced to king David, and Bath-sheba went out before his coming into the bedchamber. She was clearly not present during Nathan’s address to the king. See 1 Kings 1:28.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 1:22
Nathan came into the palace, not into the chamber, where he might not enter unannounced. Bath-sheba retired before Nathan entered, in accordance with Oriental ideas of propriety.
Sermons on 1 Kings 1:22
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Lessons From the Life of Job by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Job from the book of Job in the Bible. He highlights how Job's endurance proved Satan to be a false accuser and a liar. The pre |
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(Genesis) Genesis 24:15-20 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Rebekah from the book of Genesis. He highlights her polite and courteous nature, as well as her beauty. The preacher emphasizes |
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Pentecost and Being Led by the Spirit by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher tells the story of Abraham's servant who was sent to find a wife for Isaac. The servant prayed to God for a sign, asking that the woman who would be Is |
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Attitude of Trust by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman emphasizes the power of prayer by highlighting that every right prayer is answered before it is even finished, as God has promised to grant our requests made in o |
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Baptism of Fire by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher describes a vision he had of people standing on the edge of a precipice, symbolizing their fear and despair. He emphasizes the importance of repentance |
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The Tribulation - Why? by Arlen L. Chitwood | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of repetition in teaching and understanding the word of God. He explains that God often states the same matter in different wa |
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Keys to Spiritual Growth - Part 3 by John MacArthur | This sermon emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth in the Christian life, highlighting the ongoing process of maturing in faith. It stresses the need for believers to contin |