Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The king asked them, “What kind of man was it who came to meet you and told you this?” New Living Translation “What sort of man was he?” the king demanded. “What did he look like?” English Standard Version He said to them, “What kind of man was he who came to meet you and told you these things?” Berean Standard Bible The king asked them, “What sort of man came up to meet you and spoke these words to you?” King James Bible And he said unto them, What manner of man was he which came up to meet you, and told you these words? New King James Version Then he said to them, “What kind of man was it who came up to meet you and told you these words?” New American Standard Bible Then he said to them, “What did the man look like, who came up to meet you and spoke these words to you?” NASB 1995 He said to them, “What kind of man was he who came up to meet you and spoke these words to you?” NASB 1977 And he said to them, “What kind of man was he who came up to meet you and spoke these words to you?” Legacy Standard Bible And he said to them, “What kind of man was he who came up to meet you and spoke these words to you?” Amplified Bible The king asked them, “What was the appearance of the man who came up to meet you and said these things to you?” Christian Standard Bible The king asked them, “What sort of man came up to meet you and spoke those words to you? ” Holman Christian Standard Bible The king asked them, “What sort of man came up to meet you and spoke those words to you?” American Standard Version And he said unto them, What manner of man was he that came up to meet you, and told you these words? Contemporary English Version "What did the man look like?" Ahaziah asked. English Revised Version And he said unto them, What manner of man was he which came up to meet you, and told you these words? GOD'S WORD® Translation The king asked them, "What was the man like who told you this?" Good News Translation "What did the man look like?" the king asked. International Standard Version He told them, "Describe the man who met you and told you these things." Majority Standard Bible The king asked them, ?What sort of man came up to meet you and spoke these words to you?? NET Bible The king asked them, "Describe the appearance of this man who came up to meet you and told you these things." New Heart English Bible He said to them, "What kind of man was he who came up to meet you, and told you these words?" Webster's Bible Translation And he said to them, What manner of man was he who came up to meet you, and told you these words? World English Bible He said to them, “What kind of man was he who came up to meet you and told you these words?” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he says to them, “What [is] the fashion of the man who has come up to meet you, and speaks these words to you?” Young's Literal Translation And he saith unto them, 'What is the fashion of the man who hath come up to meet you, and speaketh unto you these words?' Smith's Literal Translation And he will speak to them, What the judgment of the man who came up to your meeting, and he will speak to you these words? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he said to them: What manner of man was he who met you, and spoke these words? Catholic Public Domain Version And he said to them: “What was the appearance and dress of that man, who met you and who spoke these words?” New American Bible The king asked them, “What was the man like who met you and said these things to you?” New Revised Standard Version He said to them, “What sort of man was he who came to meet you and told you these things?” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he said to them, What manner of man was he who came up to meet you and told you these words? Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He said to them: “What was the appearance of the man who came up to meet you and said these words to you?” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he said unto them: 'What manner of man was he that came up to meet you, and told you these words?' Brenton Septuagint Translation So they returned and reported to the king as Eliu said: and he said to them, What was the manner of the man who went up to mid you, and spoke to you these words? Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Elijah Denounces Ahaziah…6They replied, “A man came up to meet us and said, ‘Go back to the king who sent you and tell him that this is what the LORD says: Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are sending these men to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron? Therefore you will not get up from the bed on which you are lying. You will surely die.’ ” 7The king asked them, “What sort of man came up to meet you and spoke these words to you?” 8“He was a hairy man,” they answered, “with a leather belt around his waist.” “It was Elijah the Tishbite,” said the king.… Cross References 1 Kings 18:7-8 Now as Obadiah went on his way, Elijah suddenly met him. When Obadiah recognized him, he fell facedown and said, “Is it you, my lord Elijah?” / “It is I,” he answered. “Go tell your master, ‘Elijah is here!’” 2 Kings 2:15-16 When the sons of the prophets who were watching him from Jericho saw what had happened, they said, “The spirit of Elijah rests on Elisha.” And they went to meet him and bowed down to the ground before him. / “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. 1 Kings 17:18 “O man of God,” said the woman to Elijah, “what have you done to me? Have you come to remind me of my iniquity and cause the death of my son?” 2 Kings 6:12 But one of his servants replied, “No one, my lord the king. For Elisha, the prophet in Israel, tells the king of Israel the very words you speak in your bedroom.” 1 Kings 21:20 When Elijah arrived, Ahab said to him, “So you have found me out, my enemy.” He replied, “I have found you out because you have sold yourself to do evil in the sight of the LORD. 2 Kings 3:11 But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there no prophet of the LORD here? Let us inquire of the LORD through him.” And one of the servants of the king of Israel answered, “Elisha son of Shaphat is here. He used to pour water on the hands of Elijah.” 2 Kings 5:8 Now when Elisha the man of God heard that the king of Israel had torn his clothes, he sent a message to the king: “Why have you torn your clothes? Please let the man come to me, and he will know that there is a prophet in Israel.” 2 Kings 4:9 Then the woman said to her husband, “Behold, now I know that the one who often comes our way is a holy man of God. 2 Kings 6:32 Now Elisha was sitting in his house, and the elders were sitting with him. The king sent a messenger ahead, but before he arrived, Elisha said to the elders, “Do you see how this murderer has sent someone to cut off my head? Look, when the messenger comes, shut the door to keep him out. Is not the sound of his master’s footsteps behind him?” Matthew 3:4 John wore a garment of camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey. Mark 1:6 John was clothed in camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey. Luke 1:17 And he will go on before the Lord in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous—to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” Matthew 11:14 And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come. John 1:21 “Then who are you?” they inquired. “Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.” Matthew 17:12-13 But I tell you that Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him, but have done to him whatever they wished. In the same way, the Son of Man will suffer at their hands.” / Then the disciples understood that He was speaking to them about John the Baptist. Treasury of Scripture And he said to them, What manner of man was he which came up to meet you, and told you these words? Judges 8:18 Then said he unto Zebah and Zalmunna, What manner of men were they whom ye slew at Tabor? And they answered, As thou art, so were they; each one resembled the children of a king. 1 Samuel 28:14 And he said unto her, What form is he of? And she said, An old man cometh up; and he is covered with a mantle. And Saul perceived that it was Samuel, and he stooped with his face to the ground, and bowed himself. Jump to Previous Fashion Kind Manner Meet Sort Speaketh WordsJump to Next Fashion Kind Manner Meet Sort Speaketh Words2 Kings 1 1. Moab rebels2. Ahaziah, sending to Baal-Zebub, has his judgement by Elijah 5. Elijah twice brings fire from heaven on those Ahaziah sent to apprehend him. 13. He pities the third captain, 15. and, encouraged by an angel, tells the king of his death 17. Jehoram succeeds Ahaziah The king asked them In this passage, the king referred to is Ahaziah, the son of Ahab and Jezebel, who reigned over Israel. Ahaziah's reign is marked by idolatry and a departure from the worship of Yahweh, following in the footsteps of his parents. The context of this inquiry is Ahaziah's injury from a fall, leading him to seek counsel from Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron, rather than the God of Israel. This reflects the spiritual decline of Israel during this period. The king's inquiry demonstrates his concern and curiosity about the identity of the man who intercepted his messengers. “What sort of man came up to meet you and spoke these words to you?” Persons / Places / Events 1. King AhaziahThe king of Israel who is seeking information about the man who delivered a message to his messengers. Ahaziah is the son of Ahab and Jezebel and is known for his idolatry and turning away from God. 2. Elijah the Prophet Although not directly mentioned in this verse, Elijah is the prophet who delivered the message to Ahaziah's messengers. Elijah is a significant figure in the Old Testament, known for his boldness in confronting idolatry and his miracles. 3. Messengers These are the individuals sent by King Ahaziah to inquire of Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron, about his recovery from an injury. They encounter Elijah, who delivers a message from God. 4. Samaria The capital of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, where King Ahaziah reigns. It is a place often associated with idolatry and turning away from God during this period. 5. Baal-Zebub The false god of Ekron, whom Ahaziah seeks for guidance, demonstrating his lack of faith in the God of Israel. Teaching Points The Danger of IdolatryAhaziah's decision to seek Baal-Zebub instead of God highlights the spiritual danger of idolatry. Believers are reminded to place their trust in God alone and avoid turning to worldly solutions for spiritual guidance. The Role of God's Messengers Elijah's encounter with the messengers underscores the importance of listening to God's prophets and messengers. Today, this can be applied by valuing the teachings of Scripture and those who faithfully communicate God's Word. God's Sovereignty and Authority The passage illustrates God's sovereignty over all creation, including false gods. Believers are encouraged to recognize God's ultimate authority in their lives and trust His plans and purposes. The Importance of Discernment Ahaziah's failure to discern the truth and seek God serves as a warning to believers to cultivate spiritual discernment through prayer and study of the Scriptures.(7) He said.--Spake. (See Note on 2Kings 1:3.) What manner of man?--See margin. The word mishpat here denotes the external characteristics and visible peculiarities by which a man is distinguished (sh?phat) from his fellows. (Comp. our expressions "sort," "fashion," "style," and the Vulgate, "Cujus figurae et habitus est vir ille?" LXX., ? ??????. Syriac, "appearance," "look." Targum, ?????.) Verse 7. - What manner of man was he? literally, what was the manner of the man? What was his appearance? Were there any marks about him by which he might be recognized and known? Ahaziah may have already suspected that the man who had denounced woe on him would be the same who had denounced woe on his father (see 1 Kings 21:20-22).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The king asked them,וַיְדַבֵּ֣ר (way·ḏab·bêr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue “What מֶ֚ה (meh) Interrogative Strong's 4100: What?, what!, indefinitely what sort מִשְׁפַּ֣ט (miš·paṭ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style of man הָאִ֔ישׁ (hā·’îš) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person came up עָלָ֖ה (‘ā·lāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively to meet לִקְרַאתְכֶ֑ם (liq·raṯ·ḵem) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | second person masculine plural Strong's 7125: Against he come, help, meet, seek, to, in the way you and spoke וַיְדַבֵּ֣ר (way·ḏab·bêr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue these הָאֵֽלֶּה׃ (hā·’êl·leh) Article | Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those words הַדְּבָרִ֖ים (had·də·ḇā·rîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause to you?” אֲלֵיכֶ֔ם (’ă·lê·ḵem) Preposition | second person masculine plural Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Links 2 Kings 1:7 NIV2 Kings 1:7 NLT 2 Kings 1:7 ESV 2 Kings 1:7 NASB 2 Kings 1:7 KJV 2 Kings 1:7 BibleApps.com 2 Kings 1:7 Biblia Paralela 2 Kings 1:7 Chinese Bible 2 Kings 1:7 French Bible 2 Kings 1:7 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Kings 1:7 He said to them What manner (2Ki iiKi ii ki 2 kg 2kg) |
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