1 Kings 21:28
1 Kings 21:28 in Multiple Translations
Then the word of the LORD came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying:
And the word of the LORD came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying,
And the word of Jehovah came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying,
Then the word of the Lord came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying,
Then the Lord sent a message to Elijah the Tishbite:
And the worde of the Lord came to Eliiah the Tishbite, saying,
And the word of Jehovah is unto Elijah the Tishbite, saying,
The LORD’s word came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying,
And the word of the LORD came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying,
And the word of the Lord came to Elias the Thesbite, saying:
Then Yahweh said this to Elijah:
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 21:28
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1 Kings 21:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַֽ/יְהִי֙
דְּבַר
יְהוָ֔ה
אֶל
אֵלִיָּ֥הוּ
הַ/תִּשְׁבִּ֖י
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַֽ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דְּבַר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
יְהוָ֔ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
אֵלִיָּ֥הוּ
ʼÊlîyâh
H452
Elijah
N-proper
הַ/תִּשְׁבִּ֖י
Tishbîy
H8664
Tishbite
Art | Ngmsa
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 21:28
וַֽ/יְהִי֙
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.
דְּבַר
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.
יְהוָ֔ה
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.
אֵלִיָּ֥הוּ
ʼÊlîyâh
H452
"Elijah"
N-proper
Elijah means my God is Jehovah, referring to the famous prophet who lived during King Ahab's reign. He is also the name of two other Israelites mentioned in the Bible. Elijah is known for his bravery and faith in God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.26 § Elijah or Eliah = "my God is Jehovah" or "Yah(u) is God" 1) the great prophet of the reign of Ahab 2) Benjamite son of Jeroham 3) a son of Elam with foreign wife during exile 4) a son of Harim, and priest, with foreign wife during exile
Usage: Occurs in 65 OT verses. KJV: Elijah, Eliah. See also: 1 Kings 17:1; 1 Kings 19:19; Malachi 3:23.
הַ/תִּשְׁבִּ֖י
Tishbîy
H8664
"Tishbite"
Art | Ngmsa
Tishbi refers to someone from Tishbe, a region in Gilead. The prophet Elijah was a Tishbite, meaning he was from this area.
Definition: Group of tish.beh (תִּשְׁבֶּה "Tishbe" H8453B) § Tishbite = "captivity" an inhabitant of Tishbe or Tishbi or Tesheb
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Tishbite. See also: 1 Kings 17:1; 2 Kings 1:3; 2 Kings 9:36.
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 21:28
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Context — Ahab’s Repentance
26He committed the most detestable acts by going after idols, just like the Amorites whom the LORD had driven out before the Israelites.)
27When Ahab heard these words, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and fasted. He lay down in sackcloth and walked around meekly.
28Then the word of the LORD came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying:
29“Have you seen how Ahab has humbled himself before Me? Because he has humbled himself before Me, I will not bring the calamity during his days, but I will bring it upon his house in the days of his son.”1 Kings 21:28 Summary
This verse shows us that God talks to people He trusts, like Elijah, to tell them what He wants them to know or do, similar to how He spoke to Moses in Exodus 3:4-10. When God speaks, it's always important, and we should listen carefully, as Samuel did in 1 Samuel 3:10. God's word can bring comfort, warning, or instruction, and it's a reminder that He is always with us and wants to guide us, as promised in Matthew 28:20. By listening to God's word, we can learn more about His love and plan for our lives, and respond in obedience and faith, as seen in Romans 10:17.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the word of the LORD coming to Elijah in 1 Kings 21:28?
The word of the LORD coming to Elijah signifies that God is about to communicate a message of importance to Elijah, as seen in other instances like Isaiah 38:4 and Ezekiel 1:3, where God's word comes to prophets to convey His will or intentions.
Why did God choose to speak to Elijah the Tishbite specifically in this context?
Elijah the Tishbite was a prophet of God who had been condemning the idolatrous practices of King Ahab, as seen in 1 Kings 18:18, so God speaking to him here continues their interaction regarding the king's actions and God's response to them, similar to how God spoke through prophets in Jeremiah 1:4-10.
How does this verse relate to the preceding verses about Ahab's actions?
This verse follows Ahab's display of humility after being confronted with his sin in 1 Kings 21:25-27, and it sets the stage for God's response to Ahab's humility, as will be seen in 1 Kings 21:29, highlighting the connection between human actions and God's merciful responses, as also noted in Psalm 51:17.
What can we learn from God's communication with Elijah in this verse about our own relationship with God?
This verse teaches us that God is a speaking God who desires to communicate with His people, as seen in Hebrews 1:1-2, and that He often uses His servants, like Elijah, to convey important messages, emphasizing the importance of listening to God's voice in our lives, as encouraged in John 10:27.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I can humble myself before God, as Ahab did, and what might be the outcomes of such humility in my life?
- How can I, like Elijah, be attentive to the word of the LORD and respond obediently to His instructions in my daily life?
- In what ways can I use the example of God speaking to Elijah to deepen my understanding of God's desire to communicate with me personally?
- What are some idols or sinful patterns in my life that I need to repent of, as Ahab was confronted with, and how can I seek God's mercy and forgiveness?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 21:28
And the word of the Lord came to Elijah the Tishbite,.... After he was gone from Ahab, and Ahab had been some time in this humble posture; the Targum calls it the word of prophecy, and so it was, as
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:28
1 Kings 21:28 And the word of the LORD came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying,Ver. 28. And the word of the Lord.] Who had soon seen this - though but feigned and forced - humiliation, and sent words of comfort. O felix poenitentia, quae ad se Dei traxit oculos, saith Jerome. Surely if the leaves of repentance be so medicinal, much more the fruit; - if the shadow of it be so sovereign, what the substance!
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:28
28. In his son’s days will I bring the evil — Jehovah makes this announcement, not because he will punish the son for the sins of his father, but because he foresees that the son will also do evil in