Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “First seek the counsel of the LORD.” New Living Translation Then Jehoshaphat added, “But first let’s find out what the LORD says.” English Standard Version And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Inquire first for the word of the LORD.” Berean Standard Bible But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” King James Bible And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD to day. New King James Version Also Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire for the word of the LORD today.” New American Standard Bible However, Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please request the word of the LORD first.” NASB 1995 Moreover, Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” NASB 1977 Moreover, Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” Legacy Standard Bible Moreover, Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of Yahweh.” Amplified Bible Further, Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” Christian Standard Bible But Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “First, please ask what the LORD’s will is.” Holman Christian Standard Bible But Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “First, please ask what the LORD’s will is.” American Standard Version And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Inquire first, I pray thee, for the word of Jehovah. Contemporary English Version But first let's ask the LORD what to do." English Revised Version And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel; Inquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD today. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "But first, find out what the word of the LORD is [in this matter]." Good News Translation Then he added, "But first let's consult the LORD." International Standard Version But then Jehoshaphat asked the king of Israel, "Please ask for a message from the LORD, first." Majority Standard Bible But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, ?Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.? NET Bible Then Jehoshaphat added, "First seek an oracle from the LORD." New Heart English Bible Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "Please inquire first for the word of the LORD." Webster's Bible Translation And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD to-day. World English Bible Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for Yahweh’s word.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Jehoshaphat says to the king of Israel, “Please seek the word of YHWH this day.” Young's Literal Translation And Jehoshaphat saith unto the king of Israel, 'Seek, I pray thee, this day, the word of Jehovah.' Smith's Literal Translation And Jehoshaphat will say to the king of Israel, Seek now according to the day the word of Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Josaphat said to the king of Israel: Inquire, I beseech thee, at present the word of the Lord. Catholic Public Domain Version And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, “Consult, I beg you, the word of the Lord for the present circumstances.” New American Bible Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Seek the word of the LORD at once.” New Revised Standard Version But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Inquire first for the word of the LORD.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray, for the word of the LORD today. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Yehoshaphat said to the King of Israel: ”Ask now the word of LORD JEHOVAH concerning today.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel: 'Inquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD today.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Josaphat said to the king of Israel, Seek, I pray thee, the Lord to-day. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jehoshaphat Allies with Ahab…3Ahab king of Israel asked Jehoshaphat king of Judah, “Will you go with me against Ramoth-gilead?” And Jehoshaphat replied, “I am like you, and my people are your people; we will join you in the war.” 4But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” 5So the king of Israel assembled the prophets, four hundred men, and asked them, “Should we go to war against Ramoth-gilead, or should we refrain?” “Go up,” they replied, “and God will deliver it into the hand of the king.”… Cross References 1 Kings 22:5 But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. James 1:5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. Psalm 27:4 One thing I have asked of the LORD; this is what I desire: to dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD and seek Him in His temple. Jeremiah 42:2-3 Jeremiah the prophet and said, “May our petition come before you; pray to the LORD your God on behalf of this entire remnant. For few of us remain of the many, as you can see with your own eyes. / Pray that the LORD your God will tell us the way we should walk and the thing we should do.” Isaiah 30:1-2 “Woe to the rebellious children,” declares the LORD, “to those who carry out a plan that is not Mine, who form an alliance, but against My will, heaping up sin upon sin. / They set out to go down to Egypt without asking My advice, to seek shelter under Pharaoh’s protection and take refuge in Egypt’s shade. Matthew 7:7-8 Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. 1 Samuel 23:2 So David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go and attack these Philistines?” And the LORD said to David, “Go and attack the Philistines and save Keilah.” 1 Samuel 30:8 and David inquired of the LORD: “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them?” “Pursue them,” the LORD replied, “for you will surely overtake them and rescue the captives.” Acts 13:2-3 While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” / And after they had fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them off. 1 Kings 22:7 But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there not still a prophet of the LORD here of whom we can inquire?” Psalm 25:4-5 Show me Your ways, O LORD; teach me Your paths. / Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; all day long I wait for You. Isaiah 55:6 Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near. Luke 11:9-10 So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. 1 Samuel 28:6 He inquired of the LORD, but the LORD did not answer him by dreams or Urim or prophets. Treasury of Scripture And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray you, at the word of the LORD to day. Enquire 2 Chronicles 34:26 And as for the king of Judah, who sent you to inquire of the LORD, so shall ye say unto him, Thus saith the LORD God of Israel concerning the words which thou hast heard; 1 Samuel 23:2 Therefore David inquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? And the LORD said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. 1 Samuel 23:2,4,9-12 Therefore David inquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? And the LORD said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah… Jump to Previous Counsel Directions Enquire First Inquire Israel Jehoshaphat Jehosh'aphat Moreover Please Seek Today To-Day WordJump to Next Counsel Directions Enquire First Inquire Israel Jehoshaphat Jehosh'aphat Moreover Please Seek Today To-Day Word2 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 But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel Jehoshaphat was the king of Judah, known for his piety and efforts to follow the ways of the LORD. His alliance with Ahab, the king of Israel, was politically motivated but spiritually questionable, as Ahab was known for his idolatry and wickedness. This phrase highlights the tension between political alliances and spiritual convictions. Jehoshaphat's presence in Israel's court reflects the divided kingdom's complex relationship, where Judah and Israel, though once united, often found themselves at odds or in uneasy alliances. “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” Persons / Places / Events 1. JehoshaphatThe king of Judah, known for his faithfulness to God and efforts to bring spiritual reform to his kingdom. He sought God's guidance before making decisions. 2. The King of Israel At this time, Ahab was the king of Israel. He was known for his idolatry and opposition to the prophets of the LORD. 3. Inquiry of the LORD This event highlights the practice of seeking divine guidance through prophets or priests before making significant decisions, a common practice in ancient Israel. 4. Prophets Individuals who served as God's messengers, providing guidance and revelation to the kings and people of Israel and Judah. 5. Ramoth-gilead A city of strategic importance, which was the focus of the military campaign discussed in this chapter. Teaching Points Seeking God's GuidanceJehoshaphat's request to inquire of the LORD underscores the importance of seeking divine guidance in our decisions. As believers, we should prioritize God's wisdom over human counsel. Discernment in Alliances Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab serves as a cautionary tale about forming partnerships. We must discern the spiritual alignment of those we join forces with, ensuring they share our commitment to God's principles. The Role of Prophets and Scripture In the Old Testament, prophets were the primary means of receiving God's word. Today, we have the complete canon of Scripture, which serves as our guide and authority in discerning God's will. The Consequences of Ignoring God’s Word Ahab's disregard for the true prophets of God led to his downfall. Ignoring God's word can lead to dire consequences, emphasizing the need for obedience and reverence for His instructions.(4) And Jehoshaphat.--So exactly 1Kings 22:5. Enquire . . . at the word.--Seek the word. Verse 4. - The wording of this verse is identical with that of the parallel (1 Kings 22:5). Jehoshaphat, if even not quite conscious of it, is throwing some sop to his conscience in essaying to become, and posing as, the godly counsellor of "the ungodly" (2 Chronicles 19:2). At any rate, his counsel is right, even to the point of urging to-day, and significantly deprecating procrastination. It is not, however, so clear that he was, in the first instance, as decided in respect of the necessity of inquiring the will of the Lord at the mouth of a true prophet, in distinction from a prophet merely of Israel, though they should be "four hundred" in number! Compare the following two verses, however, which show as though he was holding himself quite prepared and on the look-out for the expected occasion of having to rein Ahab up!Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew But Jehoshaphatיְהוֹשָׁפָ֖ט (yə·hō·wō·šā·p̄āṭ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3092: Jehoshaphat -- 'the LORD has judged', the name of a number of Israelites also said וַיֹּ֥אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the king מֶ֣לֶךְ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc “Please נָ֥א (nā) Interjection Strong's 4994: I pray', 'now', 'then' inquire דְּרָשׁ־ (də·rāš-) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 1875: To tread, frequent, to follow, to seek, ask, to worship first כַיּ֖וֹם (ḵay·yō·wm) Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day for the word דְּבַ֥ר (də·ḇar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause of the LORD.” יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links 2 Chronicles 18:4 NIV2 Chronicles 18:4 NLT 2 Chronicles 18:4 ESV 2 Chronicles 18:4 NASB 2 Chronicles 18:4 KJV 2 Chronicles 18:4 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 18:4 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 18:4 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 18:4 French Bible 2 Chronicles 18:4 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 18:4 Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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