1 Kings 20:41
1 Kings 20:41 in Multiple Translations
Then the prophet quickly removed the bandage from his eyes, and the king of Israel recognized him as one of the prophets.
And he hasted, and took the ashes away from his face; and the king of Israel discerned him that he was of the prophets.
And he hasted, and took the headband away from his eyes; and the king of Israel discerned him that he was of the prophets.
Then he quickly took the head-band from his eyes; and the king of Israel saw that he was one of the prophets.
Then the prophet quickly took off the bandage from his eyes, and the king of Israel recognized he was one of the prophets.
And hee hasted, and tooke the ashes away from his face: and the King of Israel knewe him that he was of the Prophets:
And he hasteth and turneth aside the ashes from off his eyes, and the king of Israel discerneth him, that he [is] of the prophets,
He hurried, and took the headband away from his eyes; and the king of Israel recognized that he was one of the prophets.
And he hasted, and took the ashes away from his face; and the king of Israel discerned him that he was of the prophets.
But he forthwith wiped off the dust from his face, and the king of Israel knew him, that he was one of the prophets.
The prophet immediately took off the bandage, and the king of Israel recognized that he was one of the prophets.
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1 Kings 20:41 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְמַהֵ֕ר
וַ/יָּ֨סַר֙
אֶת
הָ֣/אֲפֵ֔ר
מ/על
מֵ/עֲלֵ֖י
עֵינָ֑י/ו
וַ/יַּכֵּ֤ר
אֹת/וֹ֙
מֶ֣לֶךְ
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
כִּ֥י
מֵֽ/הַ/נְּבִאִ֖ים
הֽוּא
וַ/יְמַהֵ֕ר
mâhar
H4116
to hasten
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
וַ/יָּ֨סַר֙
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הָ֣/אֲפֵ֔ר
ʼăphêr
H666
bandage
Art | N-ms
מ/על
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Prep
מֵ/עֲלֵ֖י
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Prep
עֵינָ֑י/ו
ʻayin
H5869
eye
N-cd | Suff
וַ/יַּכֵּ֤ר
nâkar
H5234
to recognize
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֹת/וֹ֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
מֵֽ/הַ/נְּבִאִ֖ים
nâbîyʼ
H5030
prophet
Prep | Art | N-mp
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 20:41
וַ/יְמַהֵ֕ר
mâhar
H4116
"to hasten"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
This word means to hurry or do something quickly, like when someone is in a rush. It can also mean to buy something by paying a price. The Bible uses it in Genesis.
Definition: 1)(Qal) to hasten 1a) (Niphal) to be hurried, be anxious 1a) hasty, precipitate, impetuous 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to hasten, make haste 1b2) hasten (used as adverb with another verb) 1b3) to hasten, prepare quickly, do quickly, bring quickly
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: be carried headlong, fearful, (cause to make, in, make) haste(-n, -ily), (be) hasty, (fetch, make ready) [idiom] quickly, rash, [idiom] shortly, (be so) [idiom] soon, make speed, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] straightway, [idiom] suddenly, swift. See also: Genesis 18:6; 1 Samuel 28:24; Psalms 16:4.
וַ/יָּ֨סַר֙
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הָ֣/אֲפֵ֔ר
ʼăphêr
H666
"bandage"
Art | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a covering or bandage, often on the head. In some Bible translations, it is rendered as ashes, but its original meaning is more like a turban or headband. It appears in passages like Job 2:12.
Definition: covering, bandage
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: ashes. See also: 1 Kings 20:38; 1 Kings 20:41.
מ/על
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
מֵ/עֲלֵ֖י
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
עֵינָ֑י/ו
ʻayin
H5869
"eye"
N-cd | Suff
This word can mean a spring or fountain, but also refers to the eye or a source of something. It is often translated as affliction, outward appearance, or countenance, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : eye 1) eye 1a) eye 1a1) of physical eye 1a2) as showing mental qualities 1a3) of mental and spiritual faculties (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 828 OT verses. KJV: affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves). See also: Genesis 3:5; Exodus 34:9; Deuteronomy 28:67.
וַ/יַּכֵּ֤ר
nâkar
H5234
"to recognize"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
To alienate or treat as foreign, as seen in the story of Moses and the Egyptians in Exodus. This verb means to scrutinize or look intently at someone, often with suspicion or disregard. It is used to describe the actions of biblical characters towards others.
Definition: 1) to recognise, acknowledge, know, respect, discern, regard 1a) (Niphal) to be recognised 1b) (Piel) to regard 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to regard, observe, pay attention to, pay regard to, notice 1c2) to recognise (as formerly known), perceive 1c3) to be willing to recognise or acknowledge, acknowledge with honour 1c4) to be acquainted with 1c5) to distinguish, understand 1d) (Hithpael) to make oneself known
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: acknowledge, [idiom] could, deliver, discern, dissemble, estrange, feign self to be another, know, take knowledge (notice), perceive, regard, (have) respect, behave (make) self strange(-ly). See also: Genesis 27:23; 1 Kings 20:41; Psalms 103:16.
אֹת/וֹ֙
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מֶ֣לֶךְ
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.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
מֵֽ/הַ/נְּבִאִ֖ים
nâbîyʼ
H5030
"prophet"
Prep | Art | N-mp
A prophet is someone who speaks for God, like a spokesperson. This word is used in the Bible to describe true and false prophets, like those in 1 and 2 Kings.
Definition: 1) spokesman, speaker, prophet 1a) prophet 1b) false prophet 1c) heathen prophet Aramaic equivalent: ne.vi (נְבִיא "prophet" H5029)
Usage: Occurs in 288 OT verses. KJV: prophecy, that prophesy, prophet. See also: Genesis 20:7; 2 Kings 24:2; Psalms 51:2.
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 20:41
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- Context
- Cross References
- 1 Kings 20:41 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 20:41
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 20:41
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 20:41
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 20:41
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 20:41
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 20:41
- Sermons on 1 Kings 20:41
Context — A Prophet Reproves Ahab
39As the king passed by, he cried out to the king: “Your servant had marched out into the middle of the battle, when suddenly a man came over with a captive and told me, ‘Guard this man! If he goes missing for any reason, your life will be exchanged for his life, or you will weigh out a talent of silver. ’
40But while your servant was busy here and there, the man disappeared.” And the king of Israel said to him, “So shall your judgment be; you have pronounced it on yourself.”
41Then the prophet quickly removed the bandage from his eyes, and the king of Israel recognized him as one of the prophets.
42And the prophet said to the king, “This is what the LORD says: ‘Because you have let slip from your hand the man I had devoted to destruction, your life will be exchanged for his life, and your people for his people.’” 43Sullen and angry, the king of Israel went home to Samaria.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 6:26 | O daughter of my people, dress yourselves in sackcloth and roll in ashes. Mourn with bitter wailing, as you would for an only son, for suddenly the destroyer will come upon us. |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 13:19 | And Tamar put ashes on her head and tore her robe. And putting her hand on her head, she went away crying bitterly. |
| 3 | Job 2:8 | And Job took a piece of broken pottery to scrape himself as he sat among the ashes. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 20:38 | and the prophet went and waited on the road for the king, disguising himself with a bandage over his eyes. |
1 Kings 20:41 Summary
[In 1 Kings 20:41, the prophet removes his bandage, revealing his identity to the king of Israel, which marks a pivotal moment in their interaction. The king's recognition of the prophet signifies his understanding of the prophet's role as a messenger of God. This event reminds us of the importance of obeying God's commands and recognizing His messengers, as seen in (Deuteronomy 18:15) and (Jeremiah 1:4-10). By heeding God's word, we can avoid the consequences of disobedience, such as those mentioned in (Deuteronomy 28:1-2).]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the prophet wear a bandage over his eyes in 1 Kings 20:41?
The prophet wore a bandage over his eyes to disguise himself, as seen in 1 Kings 20:38, to test the king's discernment and obedience to God, similar to other prophetic actions like in 2 Kings 8:7-15.
How did the king of Israel recognize the prophet in 1 Kings 20:41?
The king recognized the prophet after the bandage was removed, indicating the prophet was known to the king, possibly from previous interactions or encounters, as prophets were often well-known for their role in speaking God's words, like in Deuteronomy 18:15.
What is the significance of the prophet revealing himself to the king in this verse?
The prophet revealing himself signifies the transition from a test of the king's actions to a direct confrontation with God's word, emphasizing the prophet's role as a messenger of God, as seen in Jeremiah 1:4-10, where the prophet is called to speak God's words to the nations.
How does this event relate to the king's responsibility before God?
This event highlights the king's responsibility to obey God's commands and recognize His messengers, as failure to do so can lead to severe consequences, as stated in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Jeremiah 22:1-5, emphasizing the importance of listening to God's prophets.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways God tests our obedience and discernment in our daily lives, and how can we be more attentive to His voice?
- How can we, like the king, sometimes fail to recognize God's messengers or His will for our lives, and what can we do to improve our spiritual discernment?
- In what ways can we apply the lesson of the prophet's bandage to our own lives, particularly in how we perceive and respond to God's messengers and His word?
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of recognizing and respecting God's prophets and their messages, and how can we show reverence to God's word in our lives?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 20:41
And he hasted, and took away the ashes from his face,.... Took off the linen cloth from his eyes, unveiled or unmasked himself: and the king of Israel discerned him, that he was of the prophets; he
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 20:41
Either, 1. By his face, which was known either to the king, or to some of his courtiers there present. Or, 2. By the change of the manner of his address to him, which now was such as the prophets used.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 20:41
1 Kings 20:41 And he hasted, and took the ashes away from his face; and the king of Israel discerned him that he [was] of the prophets.Ver. 41. And the king of Israel discerned him.] He had known him before for a prophet, and was ill-affected unto him for his plain dealing.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 20:41
Verse 41. Took the ashes away] He took the bandage from off his eyes: see on 1Kg 20:38. It was no doubt of thin cloth, through which he could see, while it served for a sufficient disguise.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 20:41
41. the ashes away from his face] Here R.V. (as in 38) the head band from his eyes. that he was of the prophets] It is clear that the prophets were distinguished by dress, or in some evident manner, so that they were easy of recognition. Perhaps the hairy prophetic mantle was the usual garb, and that on the present occasion the prophet had some wrapping thrown over that, which he laid aside along with the head band, and then the king recognised his character. out of thy hand] The LXX. represents the pronoun, which is omitted in the Hebrew text, perhaps only by a slip of the scribe.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 20:41
He was of the prophets - Josephus and others conjecture that this prophet was Micaiah, the son of Imlah (but compare 1 Kings 20:13 note).
Sermons on 1 Kings 20:41
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Spiritual Virginity by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being vessels for God. He shares personal experiences of witnessing people repenting and being transformed by the power of |
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Homily 2 on the Statues by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches about the calamity that has befallen the city due to the tumult over the overthrow of the Emperor Theodosius' statues, emphasizing the need for tears, lame |
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Top Priorities -- Imperative Firsts by Russell DeLong | Russell DeLong emphasizes the importance of setting priorities and top priorities in life, drawing parallels to the critical decisions made during wartime. He highlights the danger |