1 Kings 17:8
1 Kings 17:8 in Multiple Translations
Then the word of the LORD came to Elijah:
¶ And the word of the LORD came unto him, saying,
And the word of Jehovah came unto him, saying,
Then the word of the Lord came to him, saying,
Then the Lord told Elijah,
And the worde of the Lord came vnto him, saying,
and the word of Jehovah is unto him, saying,
The LORD’s word came to him, saying,
And the word of the LORD came to him, saying,
Then the word of the Lord came to him, saying:
Then Yahweh said to Elijah,
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 17:8
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1 Kings 17:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֥י
דְבַר
יְהוָ֖ה
אֵלָ֥י/ו
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַ/יְהִ֥י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֵלָ֥י/ו
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 17:8
וַ/יְהִ֥י
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.
יְהוָ֖ה
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.
אֵלָ֥י/ו
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
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.
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 17:8
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Context — The Widow of Zarephath
6The ravens would bring him bread and meat in the morning and evening, and he would drink from the brook.
7Some time later, however, the brook dried up because there had been no rain in the land.
8Then the word of the LORD came to Elijah:
9“Get up and go to Zarephath of Sidon, and stay there. Behold, I have commanded a widow there to provide for you.” 10So Elijah got up and went to Zarephath. When he arrived at the city gate, there was a widow gathering sticks. Elijah called to her and said, “Please bring me a little water in a cup, so that I may drink.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 22:14 | And Abraham called that place The LORD Will Provide. So to this day it is said, “On the mountain of the LORD it will be provided.” |
| 2 | 1 Kings 17:2 | Then a revelation from the LORD came to Elijah: |
| 3 | Hebrews 13:6 | So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” |
| 4 | Isaiah 41:17 | The poor and needy seek water, but there is none; their tongues are parched with thirst. I, the LORD, will answer them; I, the God of Israel, will not forsake them. |
1 Kings 17:8 Summary
[In 1 Kings 17:8, we see that God speaks directly to Elijah, guiding him on his journey. This reminds us that God cares about our lives and wants to lead us, just like He led the Israelites in the wilderness, as seen in Exodus 13:21-22. God's word is powerful and trustworthy, and we can have confidence in His guidance, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6. As we seek to follow God, we can trust that He will provide for us and lead us, even in uncertain times.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the word of the Lord coming to Elijah in 1 Kings 17:8?
The word of the Lord coming to Elijah signifies God's direct communication and guidance, as seen in other instances like Isaiah 38:4-5, where God speaks to His prophets to provide direction and instruction.
How did Elijah know it was the word of the Lord speaking to him?
Although the Bible does not provide explicit details on how Elijah knew, it is likely that Elijah recognized God's voice through his previous experiences and relationship with Him, similar to how Samuel recognized God's voice in 1 Samuel 3:10.
What can we learn from Elijah's experience of receiving the word of the Lord?
We can learn that God communicates with His people and provides guidance and direction, as seen in Psalm 32:8-9, where God promises to instruct and teach us in the way we should go.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of Elijah's story?
This verse marks a turning point in Elijah's story, as God's instruction leads him to Zarephath, where he will experience further provision and miraculous events, demonstrating God's care and sovereignty over His people, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God speaks to us today, and how can we tune our hearts to hear His voice?
- How do we respond when God's guidance leads us into uncertain or challenging situations, like Elijah's journey to Zarephath?
- What role does faith and trust play in our ability to hear and obey God's word, as demonstrated by Elijah's obedience in 1 Kings 17:9-10?
- How can we cultivate a deeper relationship with God, so that we can recognize His voice and follow His leading, as Elijah did in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 17:8
And the word of the Lord came unto him,.... As before, after he had been a year at the brook, and that was dried up: saying; as follows.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 17:8
And the word of the LORD came unto him, saying, The word of the Lord came unto him.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 17:8
1 Kings 17:8 And the word of the LORD came unto him, saying,Ver. 8. And the word of the Lord.] See 1 Kings 17:2.
Sermons on 1 Kings 17:8
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How to Thrive in the Famine by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the church meeting human needs and not closing themselves off from the world. He uses the example of the four lepers in th |
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A Strong Delusion by B.H. Clendennen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of returning to the power of the Holy Spirit, highlighting the decline of the church when the Holy Spirit is not central, the need for individ |
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The Way to Heavenly Fullness - Part 2 by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the zeal of Elijah as a model for believers, illustrating how true jealousy for the Lord's rights leads to heavenly fullness. He explains that Elijah's |
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Death Works in Us by J.B. Stoney | J.B. Stoney preaches on the importance of accepting the tunnel of darkness in order to experience the light and glory of God. Using the story of Abraham offering Isaac as a sacrifi |
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Ordered to Zarephath by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the divine process of spiritual growth through the metaphor of transplanting, illustrating how God moves us through various circumstances to develop our chara |
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Sufficient for Each Day by Theodore Epp | Theodore Epp emphasizes the importance of relying on God's daily provision, as illustrated by Elijah's experience and the widow of Zarephath. Despite the dire circumstances, both d |
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(Steps Towards Spiritual Perfection) - My Soul by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a personal relationship with God. He highlights the tendency of people to rely on others for spiritual nourishment, |