Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Micaiah replied, “You will find out on the day you go to hide in an inner room.” New Living Translation And Micaiah replied, “You will find out soon enough when you are trying to hide in some secret room!” English Standard Version And Micaiah said, “Behold, you shall see on that day when you go into an inner chamber to hide yourself.” Berean Standard Bible Micaiah replied, “You will soon see, on that day when you go and hide in an inner room.” King James Bible And Micaiah said, Behold, thou shalt see on that day when thou shalt go into an inner chamber to hide thyself. New King James Version And Micaiah said, “Indeed you shall see on that day when you go into an inner chamber to hide!” New American Standard Bible And Micaiah said, “Behold, you are going to see how on that day when you go from one inner room to another trying to hide yourself.” NASB 1995 Micaiah said, “Behold, you will see on that day when you enter an inner room to hide yourself.” NASB 1977 And Micaiah said, “Behold, you shall see on that day, when you enter an inner room to hide yourself.” Legacy Standard Bible And Micaiah said, “Behold, you will see on that day when you enter an inner room to hide.” Amplified Bible Micaiah said, “Behold, you will see on that day when you go into an inner room [desperately trying] to hide yourself.” Christian Standard Bible Micaiah replied, “You will soon see when you go to hide in an inner chamber on that day.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Micaiah replied, “You will soon see when you go to hide yourself in an inner chamber on that day.” American Standard Version And Micaiah said, Behold, thou shalt see on that day, when thou shalt go into an inner chamber to hide thyself. Contemporary English Version Micaiah answered, "You'll find out on the day you have to hide in the back room of some house." English Revised Version And Micaiah said, Behold, thou shalt see on that day, when thou shalt go into an inner chamber to hide thyself. GOD'S WORD® Translation Micaiah answered, "You will find out on the day you go into an inner room to hide." Good News Translation "You will find out when you go into some back room to hide," Micaiah replied. International Standard Version Micaiah replied, "You'll learn the answer to that question when the day comes that you run away to hide yourself in a closet!" Majority Standard Bible Micaiah replied, ?You will soon see, on that day when you go and hide in an inner room.? NET Bible Micaiah replied, "Look, you will see in the day when you go into an inner room to hide." New Heart English Bible Micaiah said, "Look, you shall see on that day, when you shall go into an inner room to hide yourself." Webster's Bible Translation And Micaiah said, Behold, thou shalt see on that day when thou shalt go into an inner chamber to hide thyself. World English Bible Micaiah said, “Behold, you shall see on that day, when you go into an inner room to hide yourself.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Micaiah says, “Behold, you see in that day that you enter into the innermost chamber to be hidden.” Young's Literal Translation And Micaiah saith, 'Lo, thou dost see in that day, that thou dost enter into the innermost chamber to be hidden.' Smith's Literal Translation And Micaiah will say, Behold thee seeing in that day which thou shalt go to a chamber in a chamber to hide thyself. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Micheas said :Thou thyself shalt see in that day, when thou shalt go in from chamber to chamber, to hide thyself. Catholic Public Domain Version And Micaiah said: “You yourself shall see it, in that day, when you will enter a room within a room, so that you may be hidden.” New American Bible Micaiah said, “You shall find out on the day you go into an innermost room to hide.” New Revised Standard Version Micaiah replied, “You will find out on that day when you go in to hide in an inner chamber.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Micaiah said, Behold, you shall see on that day when you shall go into an inner chamber to hide yourself. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Mikah said: “Behold, you will have seen on that day when you enter a stall within a bathroom to hide yourself.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Micaiah said: 'Behold, thou shalt see on that day, when thou shalt go into an inner chamber to hide thyself.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Michaias said, Behold, thou shalt see in that day, when thou shalt go from chamber to chamber to hide thyself. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Micaiah Prophesies Against Ahab…23Then Zedekiah son of Chenaanah went up, struck Micaiah in the face, and demanded, “Which way did the Spirit of the LORD go when He departed from me to speak with you?” 24Micaiah replied, “You will soon see, on that day when you go and hide in an inner room.” 25And the king of Israel declared, “Take Micaiah and return him to Amon the governor of the city and to Joash the king’s son,… Cross References 1 Kings 22:24 Then Zedekiah son of Chenaanah went up, struck Micaiah in the face, and demanded, “Which way did the Spirit of the LORD go when He departed from me to speak with you?” Matthew 26:67-68 Then they spit in His face and struck Him. Others slapped Him / and said, “Prophesy to us, Christ! Who hit You?” Mark 14:65 Then some of them began to spit on Him. They blindfolded Him, struck Him with their fists, and said to Him, “Prophesy!” And the officers received Him with slaps in His face. Luke 22:63-64 The men who were holding Jesus began to mock Him and beat Him. / They blindfolded Him and kept demanding, “Prophesy! Who hit You?” John 18:22-23 When Jesus had said this, one of the officers standing nearby slapped Him in the face and said, “Is this how You answer the high priest?” / Jesus replied, “If I said something wrong, testify as to what was wrong. But if I spoke correctly, why did you strike Me?” Acts 23:2-3 At this, the high priest Ananias ordered those standing near Paul to strike him on the mouth. / Then Paul said to him, “God will strike you, you whitewashed wall! You sit here to judge me according to the law, yet you yourself violate the law by commanding that I be struck.” Jeremiah 20:2 he had Jeremiah the prophet beaten and put in the stocks at the Upper Gate of Benjamin, which was by the house of the LORD. Isaiah 50:6 I offered My back to those who struck Me, and My cheeks to those who tore out My beard. I did not hide My face from scorn and spittle. Micah 5:1 Now, O daughter of troops, mobilize your troops; for a siege is laid against us! With a rod they will strike the cheek of the judge of Israel. 1 Peter 2:23 When they heaped abuse on Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered, He made no threats, but entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly. 1 Samuel 10:6 Then the Spirit of the LORD will rush upon you, and you will prophesy with them; and you will be transformed into a different person. 1 Samuel 19:20-24 he sent messengers to seize him. But when they saw the group of prophets prophesying, with Samuel leading them, the Spirit of God came upon them, and Saul’s messengers also began to prophesy. / When this was reported to Saul, he sent more messengers, but they began to prophesy as well. So Saul tried again and sent messengers a third time, and even they began to prophesy. / Finally, Saul himself left for Ramah and came to the large cistern at Secu, where he asked, “Where are Samuel and David?” “At Naioth in Ramah,” he was told. ... 2 Kings 2:16 “Look now,” they said to Elisha, “we your servants have fifty valiant men. Please let them go and search for your master. Perhaps the Spirit of the LORD has taken him up and put him on one of the mountains or in one of the valleys.” “Do not send them,” Elisha replied. 2 Kings 3:15 But now, bring me a harpist.” And while the harpist played, the hand of the LORD came upon Elisha Ezekiel 3:26 I will make your tongue stick to the roof of your mouth, and you will be silent and unable to rebuke them, though they are a rebellious house. Treasury of Scripture And Micaiah said, Behold, you shall see on that day when you shall go into an inner chamber to hide yourself. Behold Isaiah 26:11 LORD, when thy hand is lifted up, they will not see: but they shall see, and be ashamed for their envy at the people; yea, the fire of thine enemies shall devour them. Jeremiah 28:16,17 Therefore thus saith the LORD; Behold, I will cast thee from off the face of the earth: this year thou shalt die, because thou hast taught rebellion against the LORD… Jeremiah 29:21,22,32 Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, of Ahab the son of Kolaiah, and of Zedekiah the son of Maaseiah, which prophesy a lie unto you in my name; Behold, I will deliver them into the hand of Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon; and he shall slay them before your eyes; … into an inner chamber. 1 Samuel 19:16 And when the messengers were come in, behold, there was an image in the bed, with a pillow of goats' hair for his bolster. 1 Kings 20:30 But the rest fled to Aphek, into the city; and there a wall fell upon twenty and seven thousand of the men that were left. And Benhadad fled, and came into the city, into an inner chamber. Isaiah 26:20 Come, my people, enter thou into thy chambers, and shut thy doors about thee: hide thyself as it were for a little moment, until the indignation be overpast. Jump to Previous Chamber Enter Find Hidden Hide Inner Innermost Micah Micaiah Micai'ah Room Safe ThyselfJump to Next Chamber Enter Find Hidden Hide Inner Innermost Micah Micaiah Micai'ah Room Safe Thyself2 Chronicles 18 1. Jehoshaphat, joined in affinity with Ahab, is persuaded to go against Ramoth Gilead4. Ahab, seduced by false prophets, according to the word of Micaiah, is slain there Micaiah replied Micaiah, a prophet of the Lord, stands in contrast to the false prophets who were telling King Ahab what he wanted to hear. His role as a true prophet is to deliver God's message, regardless of its popularity or acceptance. This highlights the biblical theme of the courage and integrity required to speak God's truth, as seen in other prophets like Elijah and Jeremiah. “You will soon see on that day when you go and hide in an inner room.” Persons / Places / Events 1. MicaiahA prophet of the Lord who is known for speaking the truth, even when it is unpopular or dangerous. In this passage, he is addressing King Ahab. 2. King Ahab The king of Israel, known for his idolatry and opposition to the prophets of the Lord. He is seeking counsel about going to war against Ramoth-gilead. 3. Jehoshaphat The king of Judah, who allies with Ahab for the battle against Ramoth-gilead. He insists on seeking the counsel of a prophet of the Lord. 4. Ramoth-gilead A city of strategic importance, which Ahab desires to reclaim from the Arameans. 5. Inner Room Symbolic of a place of hiding or retreat, indicating fear or defeat. Teaching Points The Courage to Speak TruthMicaiah exemplifies the courage required to speak God's truth, even when it is unwelcome. As believers, we are called to stand firm in truth, regardless of opposition. The Consequences of Ignoring Godly Counsel Ahab's disregard for Micaiah's prophecy serves as a warning about the dangers of ignoring divine guidance. Seeking and heeding godly counsel is crucial for making wise decisions. The Reality of God's Sovereignty Despite human plans and desires, God's will ultimately prevails. This passage reminds us to trust in God's sovereignty and align our actions with His purposes. The Futility of Hiding from God Ahab's predicted retreat to an inner room symbolizes the futility of trying to escape God's judgment. We are encouraged to live transparently before God, knowing that nothing is hidden from Him.(24) Thou shalt see.--Thou art to see, or, destined to see, on that day when thou shalt enter a chamber in a chamber to hide thyself (l?h?ch?b?h", correctly. Kings, l?h?ch?b?h). Zedekiah's further history is not recorded--an indication, as Ewald justly observes, that the original narrative contained much more than the present extract from it.Verse 24. - So also, probably, this verse would purport to tell us beforehand distinctly what is not told after the issue of the battle and Ahab's death, that Zedekiah and his co-prophets did what they could, however vainly, to hide and to elude the vengeance of Jezebel (1 Kings 20:30; 1 Kings 22:25; 2 Kings 9:2). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Micaiahמִיכָ֔יְהוּ (mî·ḵā·yə·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4321: Micaiah -- 'Who is like Yah?' three Israelites replied, וַיֹּ֣אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “You will soon see, רֹאֶ֖ה (rō·’eh) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see on that הַה֑וּא (ha·hū) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are day בַּיּ֣וֹם (bay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day when אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that you go תָּב֛וֹא (tā·ḇō·w) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go [and] hide לְהֵחָבֵֽא׃ (lə·hê·ḥā·ḇê) Preposition-l | Verb - Nifal - Infinitive construct Strong's 2244: To withdraw, hide in an inner חֶ֥דֶר (ḥe·ḏer) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2315: A chamber, room room.” בְּחֶ֖דֶר (bə·ḥe·ḏer) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2315: A chamber, room Links 2 Chronicles 18:24 NIV2 Chronicles 18:24 NLT 2 Chronicles 18:24 ESV 2 Chronicles 18:24 NASB 2 Chronicles 18:24 KJV 2 Chronicles 18:24 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 18:24 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 18:24 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 18:24 French Bible 2 Chronicles 18:24 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 18:24 Micaiah said Behold you shall see (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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