1 Kings 18:6

Verse

So they divided the land to explore. Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went the other way by himself.

American Standard Version (1901)

So they divided the land between them to pass throughout it: Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went another way by himself.

Bible in Basic English

So they went through all the country, covering it between them; Ahab went in one direction by himself, and Obadiah went in another by himself.

Free Bible Version

So they divided the land between them. Ahab went in one direction, and Obadiah the other.

Geneva Bible 1599

And so they deuided the lande betweene them to walke thorowe it. Ahab went one way by him selfe, and Obadiah went another way by him selfe.

King James (Authorized) Version

So they divided the land between them to pass throughout it: Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went another way by himself.

Translation for Translators

So they both started walking throughout the land. Obadiah went in one direction by himself, and Ahab went in another direction by himself.

Unlocked Literal Bible

So they divided the land between them to pass through it and look for water. Ahab went one way by himself and Obadiah went another way.

Noah Webster Bible

So they divided the land between them to pass throughout it: Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went another way by himself.

World English Bible

So they divided the land between them to pass throughout it. Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went another way by himself.

Young's Literal Translation

And they apportion to themselves the land, to pass over into it; Ahab hath gone in one way by himself, and Obadiah hath gone in another way by himself;

Context

Elijah’s Message to Ahab

⁵Then Ahab said to Obadiah, “Go throughout the land to every spring and every valley. Perhaps we will find grass to keep the horses and mules alive so that we will not have to destroy any livestock.”⁶So they divided the land to explore. Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went the other way by himself.

Summary

In 1 Kings 18:6, we see the story of Obadiah, who was a devout follower of the Lord and a high official in King Ahab's court. Despite the prevailing idolatry and persecution of prophets, Obadiah remained faithful to God, hiding a hundred prophets in caves to protect them from harm. This verse showcases Obadiah's courage, resourcefulness, and unwavering commitment to serving God even in the face of great danger. It serves as a reminder of the importance of standing firm in our faith and trusting in God's protection, even in the midst of adversity.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

So they divided the land between them, to pass through it,.... And one took one part, and the other the other part: Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went another way by himself; Ahab not caring to trust any but Obadiah, who he knew was a faithful man, lest they should be bribed by those that had grass not to discover it.

1 Kings 18:6

Elijah’s Message to Ahab

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Berean Standard Bible

So they divided the land to explore. Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went the other way by himself.

American Standard Version (1901)

So they divided the land between them to pass throughout it: Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went another way by himself.

Bible in Basic English

So they went through all the country, covering it between them; Ahab went in one direction by himself, and Obadiah went in another by himself.

Free Bible Version

So they divided the land between them. Ahab went in one direction, and Obadiah the other.

Geneva Bible 1599

And so they deuided the lande betweene them to walke thorowe it. Ahab went one way by him selfe, and Obadiah went another way by him selfe.

King James (Authorized) Version

So they divided the land between them to pass throughout it: Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went another way by himself.

Translation for Translators

So they both started walking throughout the land. Obadiah went in one direction by himself, and Ahab went in another direction by himself.

Unlocked Literal Bible

So they divided the land between them to pass through it and look for water. Ahab went one way by himself and Obadiah went another way.

Noah Webster Bible

So they divided the land between them to pass throughout it: Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went another way by himself.

World English Bible

So they divided the land between them to pass throughout it. Ahab went one way by himself, and Obadiah went another way by himself.

Young's Literal Translation

And they apportion to themselves the land, to pass over into it; Ahab hath gone in one way by himself, and Obadiah hath gone in another way by himself;