Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The third day after my child was born, this woman also had a baby. We were alone; there was no one in the house but the two of us. New Living Translation Three days later this woman also had a baby. We were alone; there were only two of us in the house. English Standard Version Then on the third day after I gave birth, this woman also gave birth. And we were alone. There was no one else with us in the house; only we two were in the house. Berean Standard Bible On the third day after I gave birth, this woman also had a baby. We were alone, with no one in the house but the two of us. King James Bible And it came to pass the third day after that I was delivered, that this woman was delivered also: and we were together; there was no stranger with us in the house, save we two in the house. New King James Version Then it happened, the third day after I had given birth, that this woman also gave birth. And we were together; no one was with us in the house, except the two of us in the house. New American Standard Bible And it happened on the third day after I gave birth, that this woman also gave birth to a child, and we were together. There was no stranger with us in the house, only the two of us in the house. NASB 1995 “It happened on the third day after I gave birth, that this woman also gave birth to a child, and we were together. There was no stranger with us in the house, only the two of us in the house. NASB 1977 “And it happened on the third day after I gave birth, that this woman also gave birth to a child, and we were together. There was no stranger with us in the house, only the two of us in the house. Legacy Standard Bible And it happened on the third day after I gave birth, that this woman also gave birth to a child, and we were together. There was no stranger with us in the house, only the two of us in the house. Amplified Bible And on the third day after I gave birth, this woman also gave birth. And we were [alone] together; no one else was with us in the house, just we two. Christian Standard Bible On the third day after I gave birth, she also had a baby and we were alone. No one else was with us in the house; just the two of us were there. Holman Christian Standard Bible On the third day after I gave birth, she also had a baby and we were alone. No one else was with us in the house; just the two of us were there. American Standard Version And it came to pass the third day after I was delivered, that this woman was delivered also; and we were together; there was no stranger with us in the house, save we two in the house. Contemporary English Version and three days later her baby was born. Nobody else was there with us. English Revised Version And it came to pass the third day after I was delivered, that this woman was delivered also; and we were together; there was no stranger with us in the house, save we two in the house. GOD'S WORD® Translation Two days later this woman also gave birth [to a son]. We were alone. No one else was with us. Just the two of us were in the house. Good News Translation Two days after my child was born, she also gave birth to a baby boy. Only the two of us were there in the house--no one else was present. International Standard Version Three days later, this woman also gave birth. We lived alone there. There was nobody else with us in the house. It was just the two of us. Majority Standard Bible On the third day after I gave birth, this woman also had a baby. We were alone, with no one in the house but the two of us. NET Bible Then three days after I had my baby, this woman also had a baby. We were alone; there was no one else in the house except the two of us. New Heart English Bible It happened the third day after I delivered, that this woman delivered also. We were together. There was no stranger with us in the house, just us two in the house. Webster's Bible Translation And it came to pass the third day after I was delivered, that this woman was delivered also: and we were together; there was no stranger with us in the house, save us two in the house. World English Bible The third day after I delivered, this woman delivered also. We were together. There was no stranger with us in the house, just us two in the house. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand it comes to pass on the third day of my bringing forth, that this woman also brings forth, and we [are] together, there is no stranger with us in the house, except the two of us, in the house. Young's Literal Translation and it cometh to pass on the third day of my bringing forth, that this woman also bringeth forth, and we are together, there is no stranger with us in the house, save we two, in the house. Smith's Literal Translation And it will be in the third day after I brought forth, and also this woman will bring forth: and we together, and no stranger with us in the house besides we two in the house. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the third day, after that I was delivered, she also was delivered, and we were together, and no other person with us in the house, only we two. Catholic Public Domain Version Then, on the third day after I gave birth, she also gave birth. And we were together, with no other person with us in the house, only the two of us. New American Bible On the third day after I gave birth, this woman also gave birth. We were alone; no one else was in the house with us; only the two of us were in the house. New Revised Standard Version Then on the third day after I gave birth, this woman also gave birth. We were together; there was no one else with us in the house, only the two of us were in the house. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd on the third day after I was delivered, this woman was delivered also; and we were together in the house; there was no stranger with us, only we two in the house. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And after three days when I gave birth, this woman also gave birth, and we were together in the house, and there was no male stranger with us, but only we two in the house. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And it came to pass the third day after I was delivered, that this woman was delivered also; and we were together; there was no stranger with us in the house, save we two in the house. Brenton Septuagint Translation And it came to pass on the third day after I was delivered, this woman also was delivered: and we were together; and there was no one with us besides our two selves in the house. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon Judges Wisely…17One woman said, “Please, my lord, this woman and I live in the same house, and I gave birth while she was in the house. 18 On the third day after I gave birth, this woman also had a baby. We were alone, with no one in the house but the two of us. 19During the night this woman’s son died because she rolled over on him.… Cross References Genesis 30:1-2 When Rachel saw that she was not bearing any children for Jacob, she envied her sister. “Give me children, or I will die!” she said to Jacob. / Jacob became angry with Rachel and said, “Am I in the place of God, who has withheld children from you?” Genesis 38:27-30 When the time came for Tamar to give birth, there were twins in her womb. / And as she was giving birth, one of them put out his hand; so the midwife took a scarlet thread and tied it around his wrist. “This one came out first,” she announced. / But when he pulled his hand back and his brother came out, she said, “You have broken out first!” So he was named Perez. ... Exodus 1:15-21 Then the king of Egypt said to the Hebrew midwives, whose names were Shiphrah and Puah, / “When you help the Hebrew women give birth, observe them on the birthstools. If the child is a son, kill him; but if it is a daughter, let her live.” / The midwives, however, feared God and did not do as the king of Egypt had instructed; they let the boys live. ... 1 Samuel 1:6-7 Because the LORD had closed Hannah’s womb, her rival would provoke her viciously to taunt her. / And this went on year after year. Whenever Hannah went up to the house of the LORD, her rival taunted her until she wept and would not eat. 2 Samuel 12:15-18 After Nathan had gone home, the LORD struck the child that Uriah’s wife had borne to David, and he became ill. / David pleaded with God for the boy. He fasted and went into his house and spent the night lying in sackcloth on the ground. / The elders of his household stood beside him to help him up from the ground, but he was unwilling and would not eat anything with them. ... 2 Kings 4:17-20 But the woman did conceive, and at that time the next year she gave birth to a son, just as Elisha had told her. / And the child grew, and one day he went out to his father, who was with the harvesters. / “My head! My head!” he complained to his father. So his father told a servant, “Carry him to his mother.” ... Job 3:11-16 Why did I not perish at birth; why did I not die as I came from the womb? / Why were there knees to receive me, and breasts that I should be nursed? / For now I would be lying down in peace; I would be asleep and at rest ... Psalm 113:9 He settles the barren woman in her home as a joyful mother to her children. Hallelujah! Isaiah 49:15 “Can a woman forget her nursing child, or lack compassion for the son of her womb? Even if she could forget, I will not forget you! Jeremiah 31:15 This is what the LORD says: “A voice is heard in Ramah, mourning and great weeping, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.” Matthew 2:16-18 When Herod saw that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was filled with rage. Sending orders, he put to death all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, according to the time he had learned from the Magi. / Then what was spoken through the prophet Jeremiah was fulfilled: / “A voice is heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.” Matthew 18:10 See that you do not look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven. Matthew 19:13-14 Then little children were brought to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them and pray for them. And the disciples rebuked those who brought them. / But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Mark 10:13-16 Now people were bringing the little children to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them, and the disciples rebuked those who brought them. / But when Jesus saw this, He was indignant and told them, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. / Truly I tell you, anyone who does not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” ... Luke 1:57-58 When the time came for Elizabeth to have her child, she gave birth to a son. / Her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had shown her great mercy, and they rejoiced with her. Treasury of Scripture And it came to pass the third day after that I was delivered, that this woman was delivered also: and we were together; there was no stranger with us in the house, save we two in the house. Jump to Previous Alone Baby Birth Born Child Delivered Forth House Save Stranger Third Three TogetherJump to Next Alone Baby Birth Born Child Delivered Forth House Save Stranger Third Three Together1 Kings 3 1. Solomon marries Pharaoh's daughter2. High places being in use, Solomon sacrifices at Gibeon 5. Solomon at Gibeon, in the choice which God gave him, 10. preferring wisdom, obtains wisdom, riches, and honor 16. Solomon's judgment makes him renowned On the third day after I gave birth The timing of the third day is significant in biblical narratives, often symbolizing a period of trial followed by deliverance or revelation. In the context of childbirth, it reflects the vulnerability and recovery period for a mother. The third day is also a recurring motif in Scripture, such as in Genesis 22:4 with Abraham and Isaac, and most notably in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, symbolizing new life and hope. this woman also had a baby We were alone with no one in the house but the two of us Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe king of Israel known for his wisdom, who is the judge in this account. 2. Two Women The central figures in this account, both of whom are mothers and come to Solomon for judgment. 3. The House The setting where the events took place, emphasizing the isolation and lack of witnesses. 4. The Infants The two babies born to the women, one of whom tragically dies, leading to the dispute. 5. The Throne of Judgment The place where Solomon hears the case, symbolizing his role as a wise and discerning king. Teaching Points The Value of WisdomSolomon's ability to discern the truth highlights the importance of seeking God's wisdom in our lives. The Sanctity of Life The account underscores the preciousness of life and the deep bond between a mother and her child. Truth and Integrity The account challenges us to uphold truth and integrity, even when no one else is watching. God's Justice Solomon's judgment reflects God's perfect justice, reminding us to trust in His righteous ways. The Role of Community The absence of witnesses in the house points to the importance of community and accountability in our lives.Verse 18. - And it came to pass the third day after that I was delivered, that this woman was delivered also: and we were together; there was no stranger with us in the house, save we two in the house. [Emphasis is laid on this fact, as showing the possibility of the fraud and the impossibility of producing proof. Hebrew women have always required but little assistance in childbearing. That which is written in Exodus 1:19 is true to this day. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew On the thirdהַשְּׁלִישִׁי֙ (haš·šə·lî·šî) Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 7992: Third, feminine a, third, a third, a third-story cell) day בַּיּ֤וֹם (bay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day after I gave birth, לְלִדְתִּ֔י (lə·liḏ·tî) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | first person common singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage this woman הָאִשָּׁ֣ה (hā·’iš·šāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female also גַּם־ (gam-) Conjunction Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and had a baby. וַתֵּ֖לֶד (wat·tê·leḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage We וַאֲנַ֣חְנוּ (wa·’ă·naḥ·nū) Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - first person common plural Strong's 587: We were alone, יַחְדָּ֗ו (yaḥ·dāw) Adverb Strong's 3162: A unit, unitedly with אִתָּ֙נוּ֙ (’it·tā·nū) Preposition | first person common plural Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among no אֵֽין־ (’ên-) Adverb Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle one זָ֤ר (zār) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2114: To turn aside, to be a, foreigner, strange, profane, to commit adultery in the house בַּבַּ֔יִת (bab·ba·yiṯ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house but זוּלָתִ֥י (zū·lā·ṯî) Preposition Strong's 2108: Scattering, removal, except the two שְׁתַּֽיִם־ (šə·ta·yim-) Number - fd Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) of us. אֲנַ֖חְנוּ (’ă·naḥ·nū) Pronoun - first person common plural Strong's 587: We Links 1 Kings 3:18 NIV1 Kings 3:18 NLT 1 Kings 3:18 ESV 1 Kings 3:18 NASB 1 Kings 3:18 KJV 1 Kings 3:18 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 3:18 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 3:18 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 3:18 French Bible 1 Kings 3:18 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 3:18 It happened the third day after (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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