1 Kings 21:13

1 Kings 21:13 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

And the two scoundrels came in and sat opposite Naboth, and these men testified against him before the people, saying, “Naboth has cursed both God and the king!” So they took him outside the city and stoned him to death.

King James Version KJV

And there came in two men, children of Belial, and sat before him: and the men of Belial witnessed against him, even against Naboth, in the presence of the people, saying, Naboth did blaspheme God and the king. Then they carried him forth out of the city, and stoned him with stones, that he died.

American Standard Version ASV

And the two men, the base fellows, came in and sat before him: and the base fellows bare witness against him, even against Naboth, in the presence of the people, saying, Naboth did curse God and the king. Then they carried him forth out of the city, and stoned him to death with stones.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And the two good-for-nothing persons came in and took their seats before him and gave witness against Naboth, in front of the people, saying, Naboth has been cursing God and the king. Then they took him outside the town and had him stoned to death.

Free Bible Version FBV

Two bad men came and sat opposite him, and accused him in front of the people, saying, “Naboth has cursed God and the king.” So they took him outside the town and stoned him to death.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And there came two wicked men, and sate before him: and the wicked men witnessed against Naboth in the presence of the people saying, Naboth did blaspheme God and the King. Then they caried him away out of the citie, and stoned him with stones, that he dyed.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and two men — sons of worthlessness — come in, and sit over-against him, and the men of worthlessness testify of him, even Naboth, before the people, saying, 'Naboth blessed God and Melech;' and they take him out to the outside of the city, and stone him with stones, and he dieth;

World English Bible WEB

The two men, the wicked fellows, came in and sat before him. The wicked fellows testified against him, even against Naboth, in the presence of the people, saying, “Naboth cursed God and the king!” Then they carried him out of the city and stoned him to death with stones.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And there came in two men, children of Belial, and sat before him: and the men of Belial witnessed against him, even against Naboth, in the presence of the people, saying, Naboth blasphemed God and the king. Then they carried him forth out of the city, and stoned him with stones, that he died.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And bringing two men, sons of the devil, they made them sit against him: and they, like men of the devil, bore witness against him before the people, saying: Naboth hath blasphemed God and the king: wherefore they brought him forth without the city, and stoned him to death.

Translation for Translators T4T

Two men who always caused trouble sat opposite/facing Naboth. While everyone was listening, they stated that they had heard Naboth say things that criticized God and the king. So the people seized Naboth. They took him outside the city and killed him by throwing stones at him.

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1 Kings 21:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ֠/יָּבֹאוּ שְׁנֵ֨י הָ/אֲנָשִׁ֥ים בְּנֵֽי בְלִיַּעַל֮ וַ/יֵּשְׁב֣וּ נֶגְדּ/וֹ֒ וַ/יְעִדֻ/הוּ֩ אַנְשֵׁ֨י הַ/בְּלִיַּ֜עַל אֶת נָב֗וֹת נֶ֤גֶד הָ/עָם֙ לֵ/אמֹ֔ר בֵּרַ֥ךְ נָב֛וֹת אֱלֹהִ֖ים וָ/מֶ֑לֶךְ וַ/יֹּצִאֻ֨/הוּ֙ מִ/ח֣וּץ לָ/עִ֔יר וַ/יִּסְקְלֻ֥/הוּ בָ/אֲבָנִ֖ים וַ/יָּמֹֽת

וַ֠/יָּבֹאוּ bôwʼ H935 Lebo Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp

שְׁנֵ֨י shᵉnayim H8147 two Adj

הָ/אֲנָשִׁ֥ים ʼîysh H376 man Art | N-mp

בְּנֵֽי bên H1121 son N-mp

בְלִיַּעַל֮ bᵉlîyaʻal H1100 Belial N-ms

וַ/יֵּשְׁב֣וּ yâshab H3427 to dwell Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp

נֶגְדּ/וֹ֒ neged H5048 before Prep | Suff

וַ/יְעִדֻ/הוּ֩ ʻûwd H5749 to uphold Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp | Suff

אַנְשֵׁ֨י ʼîysh H376 man N-mp

הַ/בְּלִיַּ֜עַל bᵉlîyaʻal H1100 Belial Art | N-ms

אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM

נָב֗וֹת Nâbôwth H5022 Naboth N-proper

נֶ֤גֶד neged H5048 before Prep

הָ/עָם֙ ʻam H5971 Amaw Art | N-ms

לֵ/אמֹ֔ר ʼâmar H559 to say Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a

בֵּרַ֥ךְ bârak H1288 to bless V-Piel-Perf-3ms

נָב֛וֹת Nâbôwth H5022 Naboth N-proper

אֱלֹהִ֖ים ʼĕlôhîym H430 God N-mp

וָ/מֶ֑לֶךְ melek H4428 King's Conj | N-ms

וַ/יֹּצִאֻ֨/הוּ֙ yâtsâʼ H3318 to come out Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp | Suff

מִ/ח֣וּץ chûwts H2351 outside Prep | N-ms

לָ/עִ֔יר ʻîyr H5892 excitement Prep | N-fs

וַ/יִּסְקְלֻ֥/הוּ çâqal H5619 to stone Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp | Suff

בָ/אֲבָנִ֖ים ʼeben H68 stone Prep | N-fp

וַ/יָּמֹֽת mûwth H4191 to die Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 21:13

וַ֠/יָּבֹאוּ bôwʼ H935 "Lebo" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp

This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.

Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter

Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.

שְׁנֵ֨י shᵉnayim H8147 "two" Adj

The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.

Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)

Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.

הָ/אֲנָשִׁ֥ים ʼîysh H376 "man" Art | N-mp

The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.

Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)

Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.

בְּנֵֽי bên H1121 "son" N-mp

In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.

Definition: : child/son

Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.

בְלִיַּעַל֮ bᵉlîyaʻal H1100 "Belial" N-ms

Belial refers to something or someone worthless or wicked, often translated as evil or ungodly. It describes people or actions that are good for nothing and lead to destruction.

Definition: : worthless 1) worthlessness 1a) worthless, good for nothing, unprofitable, base fellow 1b) wicked 1c) ruin, destruction (construct) Also means: be.liy.ya.al (בְּלִיַּ֫עַל ": destruction" H1100H)

Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: Belial, evil, naughty, ungodly (men), wicked. See also: Deuteronomy 13:14; 2 Samuel 23:6; Psalms 18:5.

וַ/יֵּשְׁב֣וּ yâshab H3427 "to dwell" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp

This verb means to sit or dwell, and can also mean to remain or abide. It's used in the Bible to describe people living in a place or staying with someone, like in the book of Genesis.

Definition: 1) to dwell, remain, sit, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sit, sit down 1a2) to be set 1a3) to remain, stay 1a4) to dwell, have one's abode 1b) (Niphal) to be inhabited 1c) (Piel) to set, place 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to sit 1d2) to cause to abide, set 1d3) to cause to dwell 1d4) to cause (cities) to be inhabited 1d5) to marry (give an dwelling to) 1e) (Hophal) 1e1) to be inhabited 1e2) to make to dwell Aramaic equivalent: ye.tiv (יְתִב "to dwell" H3488)

Usage: Occurs in 977 OT verses. KJV: (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. See also: Genesis 4:16; Leviticus 25:18; Joshua 13:6.

נֶגְדּ/וֹ֒ neged H5048 "before" Prep | Suff

Before or in front of something, as in Genesis 18:22 where Abraham stands before the Lord. It describes a position of being face to face or in someone's presence.

Definition: subst 1) what is conspicuous, what is in front of adv 2) in front of, straight forward, before, in sight of 3) in front of oneself, straightforward 4) before your face, in your view or purpose with prep 5) what is in front of, corresponding to 6) in front of, before 7) in the sight or presence of 8) parallel to 9) over, for 10) in front, opposite 11) at a distance prep 12) from the front of, away from 13) from before the eyes of, opposite to, at a distance from 14) from before, in front of 15) as far as the front of Aramaic equivalent: ne.ged (נֶ֫גֶד "before" H5049)

Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: about, (over) against, [idiom] aloof, [idiom] far (off), [idiom] from, over, presence, [idiom] other side, sight, [idiom] to view. See also: Genesis 2:18; Job 10:17; Psalms 10:5.

וַ/יְעִדֻ/הוּ֩ ʻûwd H5749 "to uphold" Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp | Suff

To testify means to repeat or affirm something, like a witness in court. In the Bible, it appears in Deuteronomy 4:26 and Isaiah 44:26. It involves speaking up or warning others.

Definition: 1) to return, repeat, go about, do again 1a) (Piel) to surround, go round and round 1b) (Pilel) to restore, relieve 1c) (Hithpalel) to be restored

Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: admonish, charge, earnestly, lift up, protest, call (take) to record, relieve, rob, solemnly, stand upright, testify, give warning, (bear, call to, give, take to) witness. See also: Genesis 43:3; Nehemiah 13:15; Psalms 20:9.

אַנְשֵׁ֨י ʼîysh H376 "man" N-mp

הַ/בְּלִיַּ֜עַל bᵉlîyaʻal H1100 "Belial" Art | N-ms

Belial refers to something or someone worthless or wicked, often translated as evil or ungodly. It describes people or actions that are good for nothing and lead to destruction.

Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: Belial, evil, naughty, ungodly (men), wicked. See also: Deuteronomy 13:14; 2 Samuel 23:6; Psalms 18:5.

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.

נָב֗וֹת Nâbôwth H5022 "Naboth" N-proper

Naboth was an Israelite who owned a vineyard in Jezreel, and is mentioned in 1 Kings 21:1. He was wrongly accused and killed by Ahab and Jezebel, who wanted to take his vineyard for themselves. His name means fruits, and his story is a notable example of greed and corruption in the Bible.

Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ki.21.1 § Naboth = "fruits" the vineyard owner of Jezreel who Ahab and Jezebel had killed so that they could have his vineyard

Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: Naboth. See also: 1 Kings 21:1; 1 Kings 21:13; 2 Kings 9:26.

נֶ֤גֶד neged H5048 "before" Prep

Before or in front of something, as in Genesis 18:22 where Abraham stands before the Lord. It describes a position of being face to face or in someone's presence.

הָ/עָם֙ ʻam H5971 "Amaw" Art | N-ms

A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.

Definition: This name means nation, people

Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.

לֵ/אמֹ֔ר ʼâmar H559 "to say" Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a

This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.

Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)

Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.

בֵּרַ֥ךְ bârak H1288 "to bless" V-Piel-Perf-3ms

To bless means to praise or honor God, often by kneeling in worship. In the Bible, people bless God and God blesses people, showing favor and care for them, as seen in the story of Abraham and his descendants.

Definition: 1) to bless, kneel 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to kneel 1a2) to bless 1b) (Niphal) to be blessed, bless oneself 1c) (Piel) to bless 1d) (Pual) to be blessed, be adored 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to kneel 1f) (Hithpael) to bless oneself 2) (TWOT) to praise, salute, curse Aramaic equivalent: be.rakh (בְּרַךְ "to bless" H1289)

Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank. See also: Genesis 1:22; Deuteronomy 24:19; Job 2:9.

נָב֛וֹת Nâbôwth H5022 "Naboth" N-proper

Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: Naboth. See also: 1 Kings 21:1; 1 Kings 21:13; 2 Kings 9:26.

אֱלֹהִ֖ים ʼĕlôhîym H430 "God" N-mp

The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.

Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)

Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.

וָ/מֶ֑לֶךְ melek H4428 "King's" Conj | 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.

וַ/יֹּצִאֻ֨/הוּ֙ yâtsâʼ H3318 "to come out" Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp | Suff

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.

Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth

Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.

מִ/ח֣וּץ chûwts H2351 "outside" Prep | N-ms

This word means outside or outdoors, referring to something beyond a wall or boundary. It can also mean a street or highway, as seen in various KJV translations, including abroad, field, and without.

Definition: outside, outward, street, the outside

Usage: Occurs in 158 OT verses. KJV: abroad, field, forth, highway, more, out(-side, -ward), street, without. See also: Genesis 6:14; 2 Chronicles 24:8; Psalms 18:43.

לָ/עִ֔יר ʻîyr H5892 "excitement" Prep | N-fs

In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.

Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror

Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.

וַ/יִּסְקְלֻ֥/הוּ çâqal H5619 "to stone" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp | Suff

This Hebrew word means to stone someone to death, like in the case of someone who broke the law in the Old Testament. It can also mean to free a place from stones.

Definition: 1) to stone (to death), put to death by stoning 1a) (Qal) to pelt with stones, stone to death 1b) (Niphal) to be stoned to death 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to stone, pelt with stones 1c2) to free from stones (of vineyard, highway) 1d) (Pual) to be stoned to death

Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: (cast, gather out, throw) stone(-s), [idiom] surely. See also: Exodus 8:22; Joshua 7:25; Isaiah 5:2.

בָ/אֲבָנִ֖ים ʼeben H68 "stone" Prep | N-fp

In the Bible, this word refers to a stone, which could be a rock, a weight, or even a precious gem. It is used to describe a variety of objects, from building materials to hailstones. The KJV translates it as stone or weight.

Definition: : weight 1) stone (large or small) 1a) common stone (in natural state) 1b) stone, as material 1b1) of tablets 1b2) marble, hewn stones 1c) precious stones, stones of fire 1d) stones containing metal (ore), tool for work or weapon 1e) weight 1f) plummet (stones of destruction) also made of metal 1g) stonelike objects, eg hailstones, stony heart, ice 1h) sacred object, as memorial Samuel set up to mark where God helped Israel to defeat the Philistines 1i) (simile) 1i1) sinking in water, motionlessness 1i2) strength, firmness, solidity 1i3) commonness 1j) (metaph) 1j1) petrified with terror 1j2) perverse, hard heart

Usage: Occurs in 239 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carbuncle, [phrase] mason, [phrase] plummet, (chalk-, hail-, head-, sling-) stone(-ny), (divers) weight(-s). See also: Genesis 2:12; 1 Samuel 6:15; Psalms 91:12.

וַ/יָּמֹֽת mûwth H4191 "to die" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to die, either literally or as a punishment, and is used in books like Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean to perish or be killed. This concept is seen in the story of Adam and Eve, where death enters the world as a result of sin.

Definition: 1) to die, kill, have one executed 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to die 1a2) to die (as penalty), be put to death 1a3) to die, perish (of a nation) 1a4) to die prematurely (by neglect of wise moral conduct) 1b) (Polel) to kill, put to death, dispatch 1c) (Hiphil) to kill, put to death 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be killed, be put to death 1d1a) to die prematurely

Usage: Occurs in 695 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, [idiom] crying, (be) dead (body, man, one), (put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill, necro(-mancer), [idiom] must needs, slay, [idiom] surely, [idiom] very suddenly, [idiom] in (no) wise. See also: Genesis 2:17; Exodus 21:18; Numbers 35:21.

Study Notes — 1 Kings 21:13

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Context
Cross References
1 Kings 21:13 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 21:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 21:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:13
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:13
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:13
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:13
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 21:13
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 21:13
Sermons on 1 Kings 21:13

Context — Jezebel’s Plot

11So the elders and nobles who lived in Naboth’s city did as Jezebel had instructed in the letters she had written to them. 12They proclaimed a fast and gave Naboth a seat of honor among the people.

13And the two scoundrels came in and sat opposite Naboth, and these men testified against him before the people, saying, “Naboth has cursed both God and the king!” So they took him outside the city and stoned him to death.

14Then they sent word to Jezebel: “Naboth has been stoned to death.” 15When Jezebel heard that Naboth had been stoned to death, she said to Ahab, “Get up and take possession of the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite, who refused to give it to you for silver. For Naboth is no longer alive, but dead.”

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	2 Kings 9:26	‘As surely as I saw the blood of Naboth and the blood of his sons yesterday, declares the LORD, so will I repay you on this plot of ground, declares the LORD.’ Now then, according to the word of the LORD, pick him up and throw him on the plot of ground.”
2	Deuteronomy 22:24	you must take both of them out to the gate of that city and stone them to death—the young woman because she did not cry out in the city, and the man because he has violated his neighbor’s wife. So you must purge the evil from among you.
3	Ecclesiastes 10:20	Do not curse the king even in your thoughts, or curse the rich even in your bedroom, for a bird of the air may carry your words, and a winged creature may report your speech.
4	Exodus 20:16	You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.
5	Amos 7:10	Then Amaziah the priest of Bethel sent word to Jeroboam king of Israel, saying, “Amos has conspired against you in the midst of the house of Israel. The land cannot bear all his words,
6	Proverbs 25:18	Like a club or sword or sharp arrow is a man who bears false witness against his neighbor.
7	Ecclesiastes 4:1	Again I looked, and I considered all the oppression taking place under the sun. I saw the tears of the oppressed, and they had no comforter; the power lay in the hands of their oppressors, and there was no comforter.
8	Proverbs 19:5	A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who utters lies will not escape.
9	Job 1:5	And when the days of feasting were over, Job would send for his children to purify them, rising early in the morning to offer burnt offerings for all of them. For Job thought, “Perhaps my children have sinned and cursed God in their hearts.” This was Job’s regular practice.
10	Psalms 27:12	Do not hand me over to the will of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, breathing out violence.

1 Kings 21:13 Summary

This verse tells us about a very sad and unjust event in which a man named Naboth was falsely accused and killed. The two men who testified against him lied, saying that Naboth had cursed God and the king, which was not true. This event shows us the dangers of lying and the importance of honesty, as taught in Exodus 20:16. It also reminds us that God is a just and righteous God who hates injustice, as seen in Psalm 11:5-7, and that He will ultimately bring about justice and righteousness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What motivated the two scoundrels to testify against Naboth?

The two scoundrels were likely motivated by a desire to please Jezebel and gain favor with the royal court, as seen in the events leading up to this verse in 1 Kings 21:11-12. Their actions were also driven by a disregard for the truth and a willingness to lie, as they falsely accused Naboth of cursing God and the king.

Was Naboth really guilty of cursing God and the king?

No, Naboth was not guilty of cursing God and the king, as the accusation was a false one brought by the two scoundrels at the behest of Jezebel, as seen in 1 Kings 21:8-10. This event highlights the dangers of false testimony and the importance of honesty, as emphasized in Exodus 20:16 and Proverbs 12:17.

What is the significance of Naboth being stoned outside the city?

Naboth being stoned outside the city was a fulfillment of the Mosaic law, which prescribed stoning as a punishment for certain crimes, such as blasphemy, as seen in Leviticus 24:14 and Numbers 15:35. However, in this case, the punishment was unjustly applied due to false testimony.

How does this event relate to the broader story of 1 Kings?

This event is part of the larger narrative of 1 Kings, which explores the reign of King Ahab and the influence of his wife Jezebel, as seen in 1 Kings 21:1-29. It highlights the corruption and wickedness of Ahab's court and sets the stage for the prophetic condemnation of Ahab by Elijah in 1 Kings 21:17-24.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways in which I may be tempted to compromise my values or integrity in order to gain favor with others, and how can I resist such temptations?
How can I cultivate a deeper commitment to honesty and truthfulness in my own life, even when it is difficult or unpopular?
What are some ways in which the events of this verse might serve as a warning or a call to repentance in my own life, and how can I respond to such a call?
How does the story of Naboth's unjust death challenge or comfort me in my own experiences of suffering or injustice, and what can I learn from his example?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 21:13

And there came in two men, children of Belial, and sat before him,.... Which position showed that they were his accusers, and had a charge against him; it being usual for the accusers and accused to

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 21:13

Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:13

And his sons with him, as may be thought from , that so the king might have an undisturbed possession; for which they might pretend those examples, . But these were examples of extraordinary vengeance, and by special warrant from God; and the law of God was positively contrary to it, .

Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:13

1 Kings 21:13 And there came in two men, children of Belial, and sat before him: and the men of Belial witnessed against him, [even] against Naboth, in the presence of the people, saying, Naboth did blaspheme God and the king. Then they carried him forth out of the city, and stoned him with stones, that he died.Ver. 13. And stoned him with stones.] Among many others - for treason was ever unicum crimea eorum qui crimine vacabant - we read in the martyrologies of one John Cowper, who, like another Naboth, was hanged in Queen Mary’ s days for a traitor, upon false accusation. But if Naboth had been guilty, what reason was there that his sons should also suffer death with him? as it appeareth they did, against an express law. Was it because Jezebel would never suffer a rub to lie in the way, that might hinder the true running of her bowl? Tacit.

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:13

(13) Carried him forth—as usual, in order to avoid polluting the city with blood—possibly to his own ground, the coveted vineyard itself.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:13

Verse 13. And stoned him with stones] As they pretended to find him guilty of treason against God and the king, it is likely they destroyed the whole of his family; and then the king seized on his grounds as confiscated, or as escheated to the king, without any heir at law. That his family was destroyed appears strongly intimated, 2Kg 9:26; Surely I have seen yesterday the blood of Naboth, AND THE BLOOD OF HIS SONS, saith the Lord.

Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 21:13

13. And there came in two men, children of Belial] R.V. And the two men, sons of Belial, came in. The Hebrew noun is definite and the sense requires that it should be indicated. witnessed] R.V. bare witness. As in 1 Kings 21:10. even against Naboth, in the presence of the people] These words are omitted by the LXX. As much publicity as possible was given to the accusation, that thus it might have the colour of being legally carried out. did blaspheme] R.V. did curse. The word is the same as in 1 Kings 21:10. But a different word is used for ‘blaspheme’ in Leviticus 24:16. they carried him forth out of the city] This explains what is meant by ‘carry him out’ in 1 Kings 21:10. The place of execution was to be outside the walls, according to the legal ordinance (Leviticus 24:14), ‘Bring forth him that hath cursed without the camp … and let all the congregation stone him.’ From this we see that this enactment was before the Exile. that he died] Not only was Naboth put to death, but, according to another passage (2 Kings 9:26), his sons were included in the destruction.

Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 21:13

Naboth had sons who were also put to death at this time (marginal reference). It is not improbable that they were stoned together with their parent (compare Joshua 7:24-25).

Sermons on 1 Kings 21:13

	Sermon	Description
	Naboth's Vineyard by F.B. Meyer	F.B. Meyer explores the tragic story of Naboth's Vineyard, where King Ahab's greed leads to the wrongful execution of Naboth, who refuses to sell his ancestral land. Ahab's despair
	(Exodus) Exodus 20:8-17 by J. Vernon McGee	In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the fourth commandment, which is to remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy. He explains that the Sabbath was given to the nation of Israe
	Be Filled With the Holy Spirit - 1 by Zacharias Tanee Fomum	In this sermon, the speaker asks the audience to reflect on what has changed in their hearts in the last five years. He emphasizes the importance of identifying and removing negati
	Tongue Taming by David P. Murray	In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the power and impact of our words. He uses various illustrations to emphasize how something small, like a bit in a horse's mouth or a rudder
	(Hebrews) ch.3:7-4:11 by Zac Poonen	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not hardening our hearts when we hear God's voice. He refers to the example of the Israelites who rebelled against God and
	(Colossians) Staying Connected to the Head by Brian Brodersen	In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of staying connected to God and not getting caught up in man-made regulations. He references verses 20-23 from the Bible, whic
	Check Your Weight - on the Scales of Scripture by Erlo Stegen	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the concept of being bound by sin and the consequences of not repenting. He uses vivid imagery to describe the stench and bondage of sin, co