1 Kings 22:48
1 Kings 22:48 in Multiple Translations
Jehoshaphat built ships of Tarshish to go to Ophir for gold, but they never set sail, because they were wrecked at Ezion-geber.
Jehoshaphat made ships of Tharshish to go to Ophir for gold: but they went not; for the ships were broken at Ezion-geber.
Jehoshaphat made ships of Tarshish to go to Ophir for gold: but they went not; for the ships were broken at Ezion-geber.
And the representative of King Jehoshaphat made a Tarshish-ship to go to Ophir for gold, but it did not go, because it was broken at Ezion-geber.
Jehoshaphat built seagoing ships to sail to Ophir for gold, but they didn't go because they were wrecked at Ezion-geber.
Iehoshaphat made shippes of Tharshish to sayle to Ophir for golde, but they went not, for the shippes were broken at Ezion Gaber.
Jehoshaphat made ships at Tarshish to go to Ophir for gold, and they went not, for the ships were broken in Ezion-Geber.
Jehoshaphat made ships of Tarshish to go to Ophir for gold, but they didn’t go, for the ships wrecked at Ezion Geber.
Jehoshaphat made ships of Tharshish to go to Ophir for gold: but they went not; for the ships were broken at Ezion-geber.
And there was then no king appointed in Edom.
Jehoshaphat ordered some Israeli men to build a fleet/group of ships to sail south to the Ophir region to get gold. But they were wrecked at Ezion-Geber/Elath, so the ships never sailed.
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1 Kings 22:48 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מֶ֥לֶךְ
אֵ֛ין
בֶּ/אֱד֖וֹם
נִצָּ֥ב
מֶֽלֶךְ
וּ/מֶ֥לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Conj | N-ms
אֵ֛ין
ʼayin
H369
nothing
Part
בֶּ/אֱד֖וֹם
ʼĔdôm
H123
Edom
Prep | N-proper
נִצָּ֥ב
nâtsab
H5324
to stand
V-Niphal
מֶֽלֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 22:48
וּ/מֶ֥לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
Conj | N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
אֵ֛ין
ʼayin
H369
"nothing"
Part
This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.
Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.
בֶּ/אֱד֖וֹם
ʼĔdôm
H123
"Edom"
Prep | N-proper
Edom was the twin brother of Jacob and the region where he lived. He was the son of Isaac and Rebekah, and his story is told in Genesis 25. Edom is also another name for Esau.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.25; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Israel (H3478); married to Oholibamah (H0173), Judith (H3067), Adah (H5711H) and Mahalath (H4258); father of: Eliphaz (H0464), Reuel (H7467), Jeush (H3266), Jalam (H3281) and Korah (H7141); also called Edom at Gen.25.30; 36.1,8,19,21; 1x,54; Another name of e.sav (עֵשָׂו "Esau" H6215G) § Edom = "red" 1) Edom 2) Edomite, Idumean-descendants of Esau 3) land of Edom, Idumea-land south and south east of Palestine
Usage: Occurs in 93 OT verses. KJV: Edom, Edomites, Idumea. See also: Genesis 25:30; 1 Chronicles 1:54; Psalms 60:2.
נִצָּ֥ב
nâtsab
H5324
"to stand"
V-Niphal
To stand or station oneself, either physically or as an appointed official. This word is used in various contexts, including setting up a monument or establishing a leader. It can also mean to stand firm or be established in a position.
Definition: 1) to stand, take one's stand, stand upright, be set (over), establish 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to station oneself, take one's stand 1a2) to stand, be stationed 1a3) to stand, take an upright position 1a4) to be stationed, be appointed 1a5) deputy, prefect, appointed, deputed (subst) 1a6) to stand firm 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to set up, erect 1b3) to cause to stand erect 1b4) to fix, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be fixed, be determined, be stationary
Usage: Occurs in 75 OT verses. KJV: appointed, deputy, erect, establish, [idiom] Huzzah (by mistake for a proper name), lay, officer, pillar, present, rear up, set (over, up), settle, sharpen, establish, (make to) stand(-ing, still, up, upright), best state. See also: Genesis 18:2; 1 Samuel 15:12; Psalms 39:6.
מֶֽלֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 22:48
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- 1 Kings 22:48 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 22:48
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 22:48
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 22:48
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 22:48
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
- Sermons on 1 Kings 22:48
Context — Jehoshaphat Reigns in Judah
46He banished from the land the male shrine prostitutes who remained from the days of his father Asa.
47And there was no king in Edom; a deputy served as king.
48Jehoshaphat built ships of Tarshish to go to Ophir for gold, but they never set sail, because they were wrecked at Ezion-geber.
49At that time Ahaziah son of Ahab said to Jehoshaphat, “Let my servants sail with your servants,” but Jehoshaphat refused. 50And Jehoshaphat rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the city of his father David. And his son Jehoram reigned in his place.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 9:26 | King Solomon also assembled a fleet of ships at Ezion-geber, which is near Eloth in Edom, on the shore of the Red Sea. |
| 2 | 1 Kings 10:22 | For the king had the ships of Tarshish at sea with Hiram’s fleet, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks. |
| 3 | 1 Kings 9:28 | They sailed to Ophir and imported gold from there—420 talents —and delivered it to Solomon. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 20:35–37 | Later, Jehoshaphat king of Judah made an alliance with Ahaziah king of Israel, who acted wickedly. They agreed to make ships to go to Tarshish, and these were built in Ezion-geber. Then Eliezer son of Dodavahu of Mareshah prophesied against Jehoshaphat, saying, “Because you have allied yourself with Ahaziah, the LORD has destroyed your works.” So the ships were wrecked and were unable to sail to Tarshish. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 20:21 | Then Jehoshaphat consulted with the people and appointed those who would sing to the LORD and praise the splendor of His holiness. As they went out before the army, they were singing: “Give thanks to the LORD, for His loving devotion endures forever.” |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 25:7 | But a man of God came to him and said, “O king, do not let the army of Israel go with you, for the LORD is not with Israel—not with any of the Ephraimites. |
| 7 | Numbers 33:35–36 | They set out from Abronah and camped at Ezion-geber. They set out from Ezion-geber and camped at Kadesh in the Wilderness of Zin. |
| 8 | Psalms 48:7 | With a wind from the east You wrecked the ships of Tarshish. |
| 9 | Isaiah 2:16 | against every ship of Tarshish, and against every stately vessel. |
| 10 | Jonah 1:3 | Jonah, however, got up to flee to Tarshish, away from the presence of the LORD. He went down to Joppa and found a ship bound for Tarshish. So he paid the fare and went aboard to sail for Tarshish, away from the presence of the LORD. |
1 Kings 22:48 Summary
This verse tells us that King Jehoshaphat built some big ships to sail to a place called Ophir to get gold, but unfortunately, the ships got wrecked before they could even leave the port. This reminds us that even when we make plans, things don't always go as expected, and we need to trust in God's plan, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11, where it says that 'God has plans to prosper us, not to harm us'. We can learn from Jehoshaphat's example to trust in God's sovereignty and to align our plans with His will, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, which says to 'trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding'.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were ships of Tarshish, and where was Ophir?
Ships of Tarshish were a type of large, seafaring vessel, and Ophir was a region known for its abundant gold, as mentioned in 1 Kings 9:28 and 1 Kings 10:11, where King Solomon also sailed to Ophir for gold.
Why did Jehoshaphat's ships never set sail?
According to 1 Kings 22:48, Jehoshaphat's ships were wrecked at Ezion-geber, which was a port city on the Red Sea, before they could even set sail for Ophir, preventing them from fulfilling their intended purpose.
What can we learn from Jehoshaphat's failed attempt to sail to Ophir?
We can learn that even with the best intentions and plans, things do not always go as expected, and we must trust in God's sovereignty, as seen in Proverbs 19:21, which says that 'many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails'.
How does this event relate to Jehoshaphat's overall reign as king?
This event is mentioned towards the end of Jehoshaphat's reign, as seen in 1 Kings 22:50, and serves as a reminder that despite his successes and failures, Jehoshaphat's trust and obedience to God were ultimately what defined his leadership, as seen in 1 Kings 22:43, where it is written that 'he walked in all the ways of his father Asa, and did not turn aside from them, doing what was right in the eyes of the Lord'.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I have experienced disappointment or failure, and how can I trust in God's sovereignty in those situations?
- How can I apply the principle of trusting in God's purpose, as seen in Proverbs 19:21, to my own plans and decisions?
- What can I learn from Jehoshaphat's example about perseverance and trust in the face of adversity, as seen in his overall reign as king?
- In what ways can I seek to align my plans and desires with God's will, as Jehoshaphat did in many areas of his life, such as his removal of the male shrine prostitutes from the land, as mentioned in 1 Kings 22:46?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 22:48
Jehoshaphat made ships of Tarshish,.... Ships to go to sea, particularly the Indian sea, 1 Kings 10:22.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 22:48
Jehoshaphat made ships of Tharshish to go to Ophir for gold: but they went not; for the ships were broken at Eziongeber. Jehoshaphat made ships of Tharshish , [ `aasaah (H6213) 'ªniyowt (H591)] - Jehoshaphat had ten ships.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
See . Or, there were to Jehoshaphat ten ships; the ellipsis of the verb substantive, and of the prefix lamed, being frequent in the Hebrew language. Some render the words, he made ten ships; so joining both texts together, and out of both completing the sense. Of Tharshish; either, 1. Of the sea, as this word is thought sometimes to be used. Or rather, 2. To go to Tharshish, and thence to Ophir, as it here follows. See more on . To Ophir; of which see . Ezion-geber was in Edom, and consequently in Jehoshaphat’ s territories.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
1 Kings 22:48 Jehoshaphat made ships of Tharshish to go to Ophir for gold: but they went not; for the ships were broken at Eziongeber.Ver. 48. To go to Ophir for gold.] See 1 Kings 9:28. For his ships were broken.] This cross was in great mercy to Jehoshaphat. "Thou in very faithfulness hast afflicted me," saith David. This should be a patienting consideration; as it is said to have been to Philip, king of Spain, upon the defeating and scattering of his navy here in 1588. He gave and commanded to be given all over Spain, thanks to God, that the loss was no more grievous; and used singular mercy in relieving the distressed soldiers and sailors. Camden’ s Elisab., p. 371.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
(48) Ships of Tharshish to go to Ophir.—See Note on 1 Kings 10:22. We note that this revival of maritime enterprise coincides with the renewed alliance through Israel with Tyre. The account in 2 Chronicles 20:35-37 makes the brief narrative of these verses intelligible. The fleet was a combined fleet of Judah and Israel, built at Ezion-geber, which belonged to Judah; the alliance was denounced and judgment threatened by the prophet Eliezer. After the wreck of the fleet, manned, it would seem, by the subjects of Jehoshaphat, Ahaziah of Israel desires to renew the enterprise with the aid of Israelite and probably Tyrian sailors; but Jehoshaphat now refuses.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
Verse 48. Ships of Tharshish to go to Ophir for gold] In the parallel place (2 Chronicles 20:36) it is said that Jehoshaphat joined himself to Ahaziah, to make ships to go to Tharshish; and they made the ships in Ezion-geber. Concerning these places, and the voyage thither, see the notes on 1Kg 9:26-28; 1Kg 10:11; 1Kg 10:22. Some translate, instead of ships of Tharshish, ships of burden. See Houbigant, who expresses himself doubtful as to the meaning of the word.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 22:48
48. ships of Tharshish] See above on 1 Kings 10:22. Ophir] See 1 Kings 9:28. The Chronicler says the ships were to go to Tarshish (2 Chronicles 20:3-8). the ships were broken] According to the Chronicler (2 Chronicles 20:35-37) these ships were built in conjunction with Ahaziah, king of Israel. And Eliezer the prophet rebuked Jehoshaphat for this alliance, and said, ‘because thou hast joined thyself with Ahaziah, the Lord hath broken thy works.’ Thus the breaking of the ships, however it came to pass, by storm or otherwise, was regarded as brought about by divine interposition.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 22:48
The expression, “ships of Tharshish,” probably designates ships of a particular class, ships (i. e.) like those with which the Phoenicians used to trade to Tharshish (Tartessus, 1 Kings 10:22 note).
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:48
48. Ships of Tarshish — Ships designed to go to Tarshish, as 2 Chronicles 20:36, explains it. On Tarshish, see note at 1 Kings 10:22, and on Ophir, note on 1 Kings 9:28.
Sermons on 1 Kings 22:48
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Better Late Than Never by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of decisions and the consequences that come with them. He shares a story of a Christian brother who made a series of bad decisions |
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The Peacock by Harriet N. Cook | Harriet N. Cook reflects on the story of Solomon in the Bible, emphasizing his wisdom and wealth granted by God. Despite his riches and treasures, Solomon acknowledges the emptines |
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The Secret to Prayer by Jon Courson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising God and parading to His will. He references a story from the Bible where King Jehoshaphat and his people faced a g |
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Why We Praise by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of praising the Lord and expresses his frustration with the Western mentality that discourages emotional expression, especiall |
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Ambush Satan With Song by John Piper | This sermon emphasizes the power of singing in worship and spiritual warfare, drawing from the story of Jehoshaphat and the choir leading the army into battle. It highlights how si |
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The Beauty of Holiness by David Davis | This sermon emphasizes the beauty of holiness, recounting a powerful testimony of a communist man encountering the overwhelming beauty of God's presence, leading to his conversion. |
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Praise by Andrew Bonar | Andrew Bonar emphasizes the significance of praise in the life of a believer, highlighting that it is 'pleasant' to God, 'good' for our sanctification, and 'comely' in all circumst |