1 Kings 16:1
1 Kings 16:1 in Multiple Translations
Then the word of the LORD came to Jehu son of Hanani against Baasha, saying:
Then the word of the LORD came to Jehu the son of Hanani against Baasha, saying,
And the word of Jehovah came to Jehu the son of Hanani against Baasha, saying,
And the word of the Lord came to Jehu, son of Hanani, protesting against Baasha and saying,
Then this message from the Lord came to the prophet Jehu, son of Hanani, condemning Baasha.
Then the word of the Lord came to Iehu the sonne of Hanani against Baasha, saying,
And a word of Jehovah is unto Jehu son of Hanani, against Baasha, saying,
The LORD’s word came to Jehu the son of Hanani against Baasha, saying,
Then the word of the LORD came to Jehu the son of Hanani against Baasha, saying,
Then the word of the Lord came to Jehu the son of Hanani against Baasa, saying:
During the time that Baasha was king of Israel, the prophet Jehu, Hanani’s son, gave Baasha this message that he had received from Yahweh:
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1 Kings 16:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֤י
דְבַר
יְהוָה֙
אֶל
יֵה֣וּא
בֶן
חֲנָ֔נִי
עַל
בַּעְשָׁ֖א
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַ/יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
יְהוָה֙
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יֵה֣וּא
Yêhûwʼ
H3058
Jehu
N-proper
בֶן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
חֲנָ֔נִי
Chănânîy
H2607
Hanani
N-proper
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
בַּעְשָׁ֖א
Baʻshâʼ
H1201
Baasha
N-proper
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 16:1
וַ/יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms
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.
יְהוָה֙
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
יֵה֣וּא
Yêhûwʼ
H3058
"Jehu"
N-proper
Jehu was the name of several Israelites, including a king who overthrew the dynasty of Omri and a prophet who lived during the time of Baasha and Jehoshaphat. His name means Jehovah is He.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.12.3 § Jehu = "Jehovah is He" 1) the king of the northern kingdom Israel who overthrew the dynasty of Omri 2) son of Hanani and an Israelite prophet in the time of Baasha and Jehoshaphat 3) the Antothite, a Benjamite, one of David's mighty warriors 4) a descendant of Judah of the house of Hezron 5) son of Josibiah and a chief of the tribe of Simeon
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: Jehu. See also: 1 Kings 16:1; 2 Kings 10:19; Hosea 1:4.
בֶן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
חֲנָ֔נִי
Chănânîy
H2607
"Hanani"
N-proper
Hanani means gracious, the name of six Israelites, including a musician and a brother of Zechariah. He is mentioned in Nehemiah and 1 Chronicles. Hanani lived during the time of Exile and Return.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.36; son of: Jonathan (H3129K); brother of: Zechariah (H2148Z), Shemaiah (H8098V), Azarel (H5832J), Milalai (H4450), Gilalai (H1562), Maai (H4597), Nethanel (H5417P) and Judah (H3063K) § Hanani = "gracious" 1) one of the sons of Heman, a chief musician of David, and head of the 18th course of the service 2) a seer who rebuked Asa, king of Judah, and was imprisoned 2a) maybe, father of Jehu the seer who testified against Baasha 3) one of the priests who in the time of Ezra took a foreign wife 4) brother of Nehemiah whom Nehemiah appointed governor of Jerusalem 5) another priest who was the chief musician under Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Hanani. See also: 1 Kings 16:1; 2 Chronicles 19:2; Nehemiah 12:36.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
בַּעְשָׁ֖א
Baʻshâʼ
H1201
"Baasha"
N-proper
Baasha was a king of Israel, mentioned in 1 Kings 15:16, who killed King Nadab and founded the second dynasty of the northern kingdom of Israel.
Definition: A king of the Kingdom of Israel, living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ki.15.16; son of: Ahijah (H0281I); father of: Elah (H0425H) § Baasha = "wicked" third king of the northern kingdom of Israel and the founder of its second dynasty having killed the second king, Nadab
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: Baasha. See also: 1 Kings 15:16; 1 Kings 16:6; Jeremiah 41:9.
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 16:1
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- 1 Kings 16:1 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 16:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 16:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 16:1
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 16:1
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
- Sermons on 1 Kings 16:1
Context — Jehu’s Prophecy against Baasha
1Then the word of the LORD came to Jehu son of Hanani against Baasha, saying:
2“Even though I lifted you out of the dust and made you ruler over My people Israel, you have walked in the way of Jeroboam and have caused My people Israel to sin and to provoke Me to anger by their sins. 3So now I will consume Baasha and his house, and I will make your house like that of Jeroboam son of Nebat:Cross References
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| 1 | 2 Chronicles 20:34 | As for the rest of the acts of Jehoshaphat, from beginning to end, they are indeed written in the Chronicles of Jehu son of Hanani, which are recorded in the Book of the Kings of Israel. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 19:2 | Jehu son of Hanani the seer went out to confront him and said to King Jehoshaphat, “Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the LORD? Because of this, the wrath of the LORD is upon you. |
| 3 | 1 Kings 16:7 | Moreover, the word of the LORD came through the prophet Jehu son of Hanani against Baasha and his house, because of all the evil he had done in the sight of the LORD, provoking Him to anger with the work of his hands and becoming like the house of Jeroboam, and also because Baasha had struck down the house of Jeroboam. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 16:7–10 | At that time Hanani the seer came to King Asa of Judah and told him, “Because you have relied on the king of Aram and not on the LORD your God, the army of the king of Aram has escaped from your hand. Were not the Cushites and Libyans a vast army with many chariots and horsemen? Yet because you relied on the LORD, He delivered them into your hand. For the eyes of the LORD roam to and fro over all the earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose hearts are fully devoted to Him. You have acted foolishly in this matter. From now on, therefore, you will be at war.” Asa was angry with the seer and became so enraged over this matter that he put the man in prison. And at the same time Asa oppressed some of the people. |
| 5 | 1 Kings 15:33 | In the third year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Baasha son of Ahijah became king of all Israel, and he reigned in Tirzah twenty-four years. |
1 Kings 16:1 Summary
This verse is about God speaking to a prophet named Jehu, telling him to deliver a message to a king named Baasha. Baasha had been doing some bad things and leading God's people into sin, similar to what happened in Jeremiah 2:13. God was not happy with Baasha and was going to punish him, as seen in 1 Kings 16:2-3. This reminds us that God is always watching and will hold us accountable for our actions, as it says in Romans 14:12 and Hebrews 4:13.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God speak to Jehu son of Hanani against Baasha?
God spoke to Jehu against Baasha because Baasha had walked in the way of Jeroboam and caused God's people to sin, as seen in 1 Kings 16:2, similar to the way God spoke through prophets in other instances, such as in Isaiah 1:1-20.
Who was Jehu son of Hanani?
Jehu son of Hanani was a prophet of God, as mentioned in 1 Kings 16:1, and also in 2 Chronicles 19:2, where he spoke to King Jehoshaphat.
What does it mean that the word of the LORD came to someone?
When the Bible says that the word of the LORD came to someone, it means that God was speaking directly to that person, guiding them or giving them a message to deliver, as seen in Jeremiah 1:4-10 and Ezekiel 1:3.
Why is Baasha being singled out by God?
Baasha is being singled out by God because of his sinful actions and his leading of God's people into sin, similar to the way God dealt with other leaders who disobeyed Him, such as in 1 Samuel 15:22-23.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be leading others into sin, and how can I repent and change my ways?
- How can I be more attentive to the voice of God in my life, and what are some ways that He speaks to me?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be following in the footsteps of sinful leaders, and how can I break free from those patterns?
- In what ways can I use my influence to lead others towards God, rather than away from Him?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 16:1
Then the word of the Lord came to Jehu the son of Hanani,.... The seer that reproved Asa, 2 Chronicles 16:7, so that this man was the son of a prophet then living, and was a young man; for we hear of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 16:1
Then the word of the LORD came to Jehu the son of Hanani against Baasha, saying, Then the word of the Lord came to Jehu. This is the only incident recorded in the life of this prophet.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
1 KINGS CHAPTER 16 Jehu prophesieth against Baasha, , Elah succeedeth him: him Zimri slayeth and succeedeth: he, besieged by Omri, burneth himself, . Omri prevaileth against Tibni, and is king; buildeth Samaria; followeth the sins of Jeroboam, and dieth, . Ahab his son succeedeth him: he is more wicked than his predecessors, . Hiel buildeth Jericho; and Joshua’ s curse is fulfilled in him, . Jehu, a prophet, of whom see more 20:34. Hanani also was a prophet, .
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
1 Kings 16:1 Then the word of the LORD came to Jehu the son of Hanani against Baasha, saying,Ver. 1. Came to Jehu the son of Hanani.] Who was also a prophet, and had, by good education, fitted him for the office.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
(1) Jehu the son of Hanani—probably of Hanani the seer of Judah in the reign of Asa (2 Chronicles 15:7). Jehu must have been now young, for we find him rebuking Jehoshaphat after the death of Ahab, and writing the annals of Jehoshaphat’s reign (2 Chronicles 19:2; 2 Chronicles 20:34).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
CHAPTER XVI Jehu the prophet denounces the destruction of Baasha,1-7. Zimri conspires against him, and slays him and his family, and reigns seven days, 8-15. The people make Omri king, and besiege Zimri in Tirzah; who, finding no way to escape, sets fire to his palace, and consumes himself in it, 16-20. The people are divided, half following Tibni, and half Omri; the latter faction overcomes the former, Tibni is slain, and Omri reigns alone, 21-23. He founds Samaria, 24. His bad character and death, 25-28. Ahab reigns in his stead; marries Jezebel, restores idolatry, and exceeds his predecessors in wickedness, 29-33. Hiel the Beth-elite rebuilds Jericho, 34. NOTES ON CHAP. XVI Verse 1.
Then the word of the Lord came to Jehu] Of this prophet we know nothing but from this circumstance. It appears from 2 Chronicles 16:7-10, that his father Hanani was also a prophet, and suffered imprisonment in consequence of the faithful discharge of his ministry to Asa.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 16:1
1 Kings 16:1. Then [R.V. and] the word of the Lord came] The conjunction is the simple copula, and this verse is in close connexion with the closing sentence of the previous chapter. Jehu the son of Hanani] This prophet, named in this chapter and in 2 Chronicles 19:2; 2 Chronicles 20:34, was the son of that prophet Hanani who rebuked Asa (2 Chronicles 16:7-10) for his alliance with the Syrians against Baasha. Jehu seems to have lived in Jerusalem, though his prophetical ministry was mainly directed to the kingdom of Israel. He rebuked Jehoshaphat king of Judah for his alliance with Ahab, and must have outlived Jehoshaphat, as a history of that king’s reign is said (2 Chronicles 20:34) to be contained in this prophet’s writings. Jehu must therefore have begun his labours as a prophet at an early age.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 16:1
Hanani, the father of Jehu, was seer to Asa in the kingdom of Judah 2 Chronicles 16:7-10.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 16:1
1. Jehu the son of Hanani — The Hanani here mentioned was, probably, the seer who reproved Asa for seeking help from the king of Syria. 2 Chronicles 16:7.
Sermons on 1 Kings 16:1
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(1 Kings) Why Dynasties Come and Go by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker begins by reminding the audience of the previous events in the book of First Kings, specifically the transition of power from David to Solomon. They hig |
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A Study in Hebrews 13 - Part 2 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the wicked system described in the book of Revelation. The system is characterized by the rulers of the nations making alliances with it and t |
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Shouldest Thou Help the Ungodly, and Love Them by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer addresses the dangers of compromising our faith by aligning too closely with the ungodly, as exemplified by King Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab. He warns that wealth a |
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Trusting God Is Not an Option by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of surrendering every aspect of one's life to God. He encourages believers to wait on God with a diligent attitude, ready to |
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Ii Chronicles 16:7 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the critical importance of relying on God, as demonstrated by King Asa's initial faithfulness in seeking the Lord during a time of crisis against the Ethiopi |
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Acting in Fear by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the dangers of acting in fear and unbelief, using the story of King Asa to illustrate how reliance on God leads to blessings, while turning to human solu |