1 Kings 19:7
1 Kings 19:7 in Multiple Translations
A second time the angel of the LORD returned and touched him, saying, “Get up and eat, or the journey will be too much for you.”
And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat; because the journey is too great for thee.
And the angel of Jehovah came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat, because the journey is too great for thee.
And the angel of the Lord came again a second time, and touching him said, Get up and have some food, or the journey will be overmuch for your strength.
The angel of the Lord returned a second time and touched him, and said, “Get up and eat, otherwise the journey will be too much for you.”
And the Angel of the Lord came againe the second time, and touched him, and sayd, Vp, and eate: for thou hast a great iourney.
And the messenger of Jehovah turneth back a second time, and cometh against him, and saith, 'Rise, eat, for the way is too great for thee;'
The LORD’s angel came again the second time, and touched him, and said, “Arise and eat, because the journey is too great for you.”
And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat, because the journey is too great for thee.
And the angel of the Lord came again the second time, and touched him, and said to him: Arise, eat: for thou hast yet a great way to go.
Then the angel who had been sent by Yahweh came again and touched him, and said, “Get up and eat some more food, because you need more strength to go on a long journey.”
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 19:7
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1 Kings 19:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַ/יָּשָׁב֩
מַלְאַ֨ךְ
יְהוָ֤ה
שֵׁנִית֙
וַ/יִּגַּע
בּ֔/וֹ
וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר
ק֣וּם
אֱכֹ֑ל
כִּ֛י
רַ֥ב
מִמְּ/ךָ֖
הַ/דָּֽרֶךְ
וַ/יָּשָׁב֩
shûwb
H7725
to return
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
מַלְאַ֨ךְ
mălʼâk
H4397
messenger
N-ms
יְהוָ֤ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
שֵׁנִית֙
shênîy
H8145
second
Adj
וַ/יִּגַּע
nâgaʻ
H5060
to touch
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בּ֔/וֹ
Prep | Suff
וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
ק֣וּם
qûwm
H6965
-kamai
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
אֱכֹ֑ל
ʼâkal
H398
to eat
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
כִּ֛י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
רַ֥ב
rab
H7227
many
Adj
מִמְּ/ךָ֖
min
H4480
from
Prep | Suff
הַ/דָּֽרֶךְ
derek
H1870
way
Art | N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 19:7
וַ/יָּשָׁב֩
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
מַלְאַ֨ךְ
mălʼâk
H4397
"messenger"
N-ms
A messenger or representative, often of God, like an angel, prophet, or priest, as seen in Isaiah 42:19 and Haggai 1:13, carrying out God's will.
Definition: : messenger 1) messenger, representative 1a) messenger 1b) angel 1c) the theophanic angel
Usage: Occurs in 196 OT verses. KJV: ambassador, angel, king, messenger. See also: Genesis 16:7; 2 Samuel 24:16; Psalms 34:8.
יְהוָ֤ה
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.
שֵׁנִית֙
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
וַ/יִּגַּע
nâgaʻ
H5060
"to touch"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to touch or reach something, and can also mean to strike or defeat someone. It is used in Exodus to describe God's power and in Psalms to describe human emotions. The word has various translations, including beat, bring, and plague.
Definition: 1) to touch, reach, strike 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to touch 1a2) to strike 1a3) to reach, extend to 1a4) to be stricken 1a4a) stricken (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be stricken, be defeated 1c) (Piel) to strike 1d) (Pual) to be stricken (by disease) 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to touch, reach, approach, arrive 1e1) to cause to touch, apply 1e2) to reach, extend, attain, arrive, come 1e3) to approach (of time) 1e4) to befall (of fate)
Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: beat, ([idiom] be able to) bring (down), cast, come (nigh), draw near (nigh), get up, happen, join, near, plague, reach (up), smite, strike, touch. See also: Genesis 3:3; 2 Chronicles 3:12; Psalms 32:6.
בּ֔/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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.
ק֣וּם
qûwm
H6965
"-kamai"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
Qum means to rise or stand up, used in various contexts like rising to power or standing firm, as seen in Jeremiah and Ezra.
Definition: Combined with lev (לֵב "Leb" H3820B) § -Kamai = "my adversary" Leb-kamai, i.e., people of Gambulai
Usage: Occurs in 596 OT verses. KJV: abide, accomplish, [idiom] be clearer, confirm, continue, decree, [idiom] be dim, endure, [idiom] enemy, enjoin, get up, make good, help, hold, (help to) lift up (again), make, [idiom] but newly, ordain, perform, pitch, raise (up), rear (up), remain, (a-) rise (up) (again, against), rouse up, set (up), (e-) stablish, (make to) stand (up), stir up, strengthen, succeed, (as-, make) sure(-ly), (be) up(-hold, -rising). See also: Genesis 4:8; Numbers 30:13; Ruth 4:10.
אֱכֹ֑ל
ʼâkal
H398
"to eat"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
This word means to eat or devour, and it's used in many stories, including when Jesus fed the 5000 with fish and bread in the book of Matthew. It's about taking in nourishment and being satisfied.
Definition: 1) to eat, devour, burn up, feed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to eat (human subject) 1a2) to eat, devour (of beasts and birds) 1a3) to devour, consume (of fire) 1a4) to devour, slay (of sword) 1a5) to devour, consume, destroy (inanimate subjects - ie, pestilence, drought) 1a6) to devour (of oppression) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be eaten (by men) 1b2) to be devoured, consumed (of fire) 1b3) to be wasted, destroyed (of flesh) 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to cause to eat, feed with 1c2) to cause to devour 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to feed 1d2) to cause to eat 1e) (Piel) 1e1) consume Aramaic equivalent: a.khal (אֲכַל "to devour" H0399)
Usage: Occurs in 703 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, burn up, consume, devour(-er, up), dine, eat(-er, up), feed (with), food, [idiom] freely, [idiom] in...wise(-deed, plenty), (lay) meat, [idiom] quite. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 6:9; Numbers 24:8.
כִּ֛י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
רַ֥ב
rab
H7227
"many"
Adj
This Hebrew word means a chief or captain, someone in charge. It is used in 2 Samuel 23:19 to describe a great and powerful man. The idea is one of leadership and authority.
Definition: adj 1) much, many, great 1a) much 1b) many 1c) abounding in 1d) more numerous than 1e) abundant, enough 1f) great 1g) strong 1h) greater than adv 1i) much, exceedingly
Usage: Occurs in 443 OT verses. KJV: (in) abound(-undance, -ant, -antly), captain, elder, enough, exceedingly, full, great(-ly, man, one), increase, long (enough, (time)), (do, have) many(-ifold, things, a time), (ship-)master, mighty, more, (too, very) much, multiply(-tude), officer, often(-times), plenteous, populous, prince, process (of time), suffice(-lent). See also: Genesis 6:5; 1 Kings 11:1; Psalms 3:2.
מִמְּ/ךָ֖
min
H4480
"from"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/דָּֽרֶךְ
derek
H1870
"way"
Art | N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 19:7
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 19:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 19:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 19:7
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 19:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 19:7
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 19:7
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 19:7
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 19:7
- Sermons on 1 Kings 19:7
Context — Elijah Flees from Jezebel
5Then he lay down under the broom tree and fell asleep. Suddenly an angel touched him and said, “Get up and eat.”
6And he looked around, and there by his head was a cake of bread baked over hot coals, and a jar of water. So he ate and drank and lay down again.
7A second time the angel of the LORD returned and touched him, saying, “Get up and eat, or the journey will be too much for you.”
8So he got up and ate and drank. And strengthened by that food, he walked forty days and forty nights until he reached Horeb, the mountain of God. 9There Elijah entered a cave and spent the night. And the word of the LORD came to him, saying, “What are you doing here, Elijah?”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 103:13–14 | As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him. For He knows our frame; He is mindful that we are dust. |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 33:25 | May the bolts of your gate be iron and bronze, and may your strength match your days.” |
1 Kings 19:7 Summary
[This verse shows us that God cares about our physical needs, and that He wants to provide for us so we can continue on our journey with Him. Just like Elijah needed food to keep going, we need to take care of our bodies so we can serve God and follow His plan for our lives (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). The angel's command to Elijah to 'get up and eat' is a reminder that God is always working to provide for our needs, even when we don't see it. By trusting in God's provision, we can have the strength and courage to keep moving forward, just like Elijah did as he traveled to Horeb, the mountain of God (1 Kings 19:8).]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the angel of the Lord need to return a second time to tell Elijah to eat?
The angel's second visit may have been necessary because Elijah was struggling with exhaustion and discouragement, and he needed a reminder of God's care for him, as seen in 1 Kings 19:5-7, and also in Psalm 121:3, which says God will not let our feet slip.
What kind of journey was Elijah facing that would be too much for him without eating?
The journey Elijah was facing was a physical one, as he was traveling to Horeb, the mountain of God, a distance of around 200 miles, as mentioned in 1 Kings 19:8, and also a spiritual one, as he was seeking guidance and comfort from the Lord, similar to Moses' experience in Exodus 3:1-4:17.
Is this verse teaching that food is the answer to all our problems?
No, this verse is not saying that food is the solution to all our struggles, but rather that our physical needs must be met in order for us to be able to continue on our spiritual journey, as Jesus also taught in Matthew 4:4, quoting Deuteronomy 8:3.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of God's provision in our lives?
This verse highlights God's care and provision for Elijah, even in his darkest moments, and serves as a reminder that God is always working to provide for our needs, as seen in Philippians 4:19 and Matthew 6:25-34.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I have felt like Elijah, exhausted and discouraged, and how did God provide for me during those times?
- How can I apply the principle of taking care of my physical needs in order to continue on my spiritual journey, and what are some ways I can prioritize self-care and rest?
- What are some ways I can trust in God's provision for my life, even when I don't see a clear way forward, and how can I cultivate a deeper sense of faith and trust in His care for me?
- How can I use this verse as a reminder to prioritize my relationship with God and to seek His guidance and comfort in times of need?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 19:7
And the angel of the Lord came again the second time, and touched him,.... In order to awake him out of sleep: and said unto him, arise, and eat, because the journey is too great for thee; which he
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 19:7
And as he lay and slept under a juniper tree, behold, then an angel touched him, and said unto him, Arise and eat. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 19:7
i.e. Above thy strength, now especially when thou art faint, and weary, and fasting.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 19:7
1 Kings 19:7 And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise [and] eat; because the journey [is] too great for thee.Ver. 7. Because the journey is too great for thee.] Fill thee, therefore, that thou mayest the better hold out. Do we the like for our souls, when at the holy ordinances, where the Angel of the covenant seemeth to say to us, as in Son 5:1, "Eat, O friend: drink, yea, drink abundantly, O beloved!"
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 19:7
Verse 7. The journey is too great for thee.] From Beer-sheba to Horeb was about one hundred and fifty miles.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 19:7
7. because the journey is too great for thee] No mention has yet been made of the distance or place to which Elijah meant to go. It seems therefore more natural to conclude that the flight into the wilderness had been undertaken by the prophet merely because he thought that he would there be less likely to be found. And he appears to have made no preparation for a journey, but to have started without any store of food. In consequence of direction or prompting given during his rest he went forward to Horeb. No place was so suitable for a divine communication as that which was hallowed by God’s appearance unto Moses. The Vulgate rendering seems to imply what has been here said, that the direction for the future journey was a divine communication ‘grandis enim tibi restat via.’
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 19:7
Arise and eat ... - i. e., “Eat a second time, for otherwise the journey will be beyond thy powers.” “The journey” was not simply a pilgrimage to Horeb, which was less than 200 miles distant, and
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 19:7
7. The journey is too great for thee — Too long for thee to accomplish without the nourishment of this God-given food.
Sermons on 1 Kings 19:7
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Poison From the Tongue by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being cautious about the content we consume, particularly videos. He warns against allowing negative influences into our l |
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Our Gracious God by Brain Brodersen by Brian Brodersen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of having the right concept of God for our spiritual well-being, highlighting God's desire to bless, keep, smile upon, be gracious, be attenti |
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God Cares and Loves You 2 - Part 3 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of never losing the will to return to God, highlighting the unconditional love and forgiveness the Father extends to those who come back to Hi |
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(Clip) the Heart of God Is Not Condemnation by Shane Idleman | This sermon emphasizes the unconditional love and compassion of God, likened to a mother's unwavering love for her child even in moments of weakness and failure. It delves into the |
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She Shall Be Praised by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, Keith Daniel shares a personal story about a transformative encounter with God. He recounts a moment when he and a friend were arguing about a theological issue, an |
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Thou Art Mine by James K. Boswell | In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing gratitude for the music and hymns that were sung, which he believes will touch the hearts of the listeners. He then recommends two |
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Don't Reject the Voice of God by Shane Idleman | This sermon emphasizes the importance of not rejecting the voice of God, highlighting the need to obey His commands and surrender to His will. It discusses the rejection of God's t |