1 Kings 21:14
1 Kings 21:14 in Multiple Translations
Then they sent word to Jezebel: “Naboth has been stoned to death.”
Then they sent to Jezebel, saying, Naboth is stoned, and is dead.
Then they sent to Jezebel, saying, Naboth is stoned, and is dead.
And they sent word to Jezebel, saying, Naboth has been stoned and is dead.
Then they sent a message to Jezebel, saying, “Naboth has been stoned. He's dead.”
Then they sent to Iezebel, saying, Naboth is stoned and is dead.
and they send unto Jezebel, saying, 'Naboth was stoned, and is dead.'
Then they sent to Jezebel, saying, “Naboth has been stoned and is dead.”
Then they sent to Jezebel, saying, Naboth is stoned, and is dead.
And they sent to Jezabel, saying: Naboth is stoned, and is dead.
Then those leaders sent a message to Jezebel, saying “We have executed Naboth.”
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 21:14
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1 Kings 21:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַֽ/יִּשְׁלְח֖וּ
אֶל
אִיזֶ֣בֶל
לֵ/אמֹ֑ר
סֻקַּ֥ל
נָב֖וֹת
וַ/יָּמֹֽת
וַֽ/יִּשְׁלְח֖וּ
shâlach
H7971
to send
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
אִיזֶ֣בֶל
ʼÎyzebel
H348
Jezebel
N-proper
לֵ/אמֹ֑ר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
סֻקַּ֥ל
çâqal
H5619
to stone
V-Pual-Perf-3ms
נָב֖וֹת
Nâbôwth
H5022
Naboth
N-proper
וַ/יָּמֹֽת
mûwth
H4191
to die
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 21:14
וַֽ/יִּשְׁלְח֖וּ
shâlach
H7971
"to send"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To send or depart is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which has various applications in the Bible. It can describe sending someone or something away, or letting something go.
Definition: : depart/send 1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to send 1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct 1a3) to send away 1a4) to let loose 1b) (Niphal) to be sent 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out 1c2) to let go, set free 1c3) to shoot forth (of branches) 1c4) to let down 1c5) to shoot 1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled 1e) (Hiphil) to send
Usage: Occurs in 790 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 9:27; Joshua 14:11.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
אִיזֶ֣בֶל
ʼÎyzebel
H348
"Jezebel"
N-proper
Jezebel was the wife of King Ahab, a queen of Israel, known for her evil deeds. She appears in 1 Kings 16:31, influencing Ahab to worship Baal and oppose God's prophets, like Elijah. Her story serves as a warning against idolatry and disobedience.
Definition: A queen of the Kingdom of Israel, living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ki.16.31; daughter of: Ethbaal (H0856); married to Ahab (H0256); mother of: Ahaziah (H0274) and Joram (H3141H) Also named: Iezabēl (Ἰεζαβήλ "Jezebel" G2403) § Jezebel = "Baal exalts" or "Baal is husband to" or "unchaste" queen of Israel, wife of Ahab, daughter of Ethbaal
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: Jezebel. See also: 1 Kings 16:31; 1 Kings 21:14; 2 Kings 9:37.
לֵ/אמֹ֑ר
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.
סֻקַּ֥ל
çâqal
H5619
"to stone"
V-Pual-Perf-3ms
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.
נָב֖וֹת
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.
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 21:14
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Context — Jezebel’s Plot
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.” 16And when Ahab heard that Naboth was dead, he got up and went down to take possession of the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite.Cross References
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| 1 | Ecclesiastes 8:14 | There is a futility that is done on the earth: There are righteous men who get what the actions of the wicked deserve, and there are wicked men who get what the actions of the righteous deserve. I say that this too is futile. |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 11:14–24 | The next morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. In the letter he wrote: “Put Uriah at the front of the fiercest battle; then withdraw from him, so that he may be struck down and killed.” So as Joab besieged the city, he assigned Uriah to a place where he saw the strongest enemy soldiers. And when the men of the city came out and fought against Joab, some of David’s servants fell, and Uriah the Hittite also died. Joab sent to David a full account of the battle and instructed the messenger, “When you have finished giving the king all the details of the battle, if the king’s anger flares, he may ask you, ‘Why did you get so close to the city to fight? Did you not realize they would shoot from atop the wall? Who was the one to strike Abimelech son of Jerubbesheth ? Was it not a woman who dropped an upper millstone on him from the wall, so that he died in Thebez? Why did you get so close to the wall?’ If so, then you are to say, ‘Your servant Uriah the Hittite is dead as well.’” So the messenger set out and reported to David all that Joab had sent him to say. The messenger said to David, “The men overpowered us and came out against us in the field, but we drove them back to the entrance of the gate. Then the archers shot at your servants from the wall, and some of the king’s servants were killed. And your servant Uriah the Hittite is dead as well.” |
| 3 | Ecclesiastes 5:8 | If you see the oppression of the poor and the denial of justice and righteousness in the province, do not be astonished at the matter; for one official is watched by a superior, and others higher still are over them. |
1 Kings 21:14 Summary
This verse tells us that after Naboth was falsely accused and stoned to death, the people sent a message to Jezebel to let her know what had happened. This event shows how quickly sin and deception can lead to devastating consequences, as seen in the story of Adam and Eve in Genesis 3:1-7. It reminds us of the importance of honesty and integrity, as God commands us to respect and honor human life, and to always seek truth and justice. By reflecting on this verse and others like it, such as Proverbs 10:9, we can learn valuable lessons about living a life that pleases God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What led to Naboth's death in 1 Kings 21:14?
Naboth was falsely accused of cursing God and the king by two scoundrels, leading to his stoning, as seen in 1 Kings 21:13. This event was orchestrated by Jezebel to help her husband Ahab acquire Naboth's vineyard.
How does this verse relate to the broader story of Ahab and Jezebel?
This verse is a pivotal moment in the story of Ahab and Jezebel, showcasing their cunning and ruthlessness in achieving their desires, as also seen in 1 Kings 21:15-16 where Ahab takes possession of the vineyard after Naboth's death.
What does this event reveal about the character of Jezebel?
The verse highlights Jezebel's cunning and lack of regard for human life, as she uses the news of Naboth's death to further her own interests, similar to her actions in 1 Kings 18:4 where she seeks to kill the prophets of God.
How does this event foreshadow future consequences for Ahab and Jezebel?
The death of Naboth and the actions of Ahab and Jezebel set the stage for the judgment of God, as prophesied in 1 Kings 21:17-24, where Elijah announces the downfall of Ahab's dynasty.
Reflection Questions
- What are some modern-day examples where people might use deceit or manipulation to achieve their goals, and how can we avoid such behaviors?
- How can we apply the principle of respecting and honoring human life, as commanded in Genesis 9:6, in our daily interactions and decisions?
- What are some ways we can stand up against injustice and false accusations, as seen in the story of Naboth, and what role can prayer and faith play in such situations?
- In what ways can we prioritize honesty and integrity in our own lives, reflecting the character of God as seen in Psalm 15:1-5?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 21:14
Then they sent to Jezebel, saying, Naboth is stoned, and is dead. Not only stoned, but stoned to death.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 21:14
Then they sent to Jezebel, saying, Naboth is stoned, and is dead. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:14
They sent to Jezebel; by whom they knew the affairs of the kingdom were managed, and this design contrived.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 21:14
1 Kings 21:14 Then they sent to Jezebel, saying, Naboth is stoned, and is dead.Ver. 14. Then they sent to Jezebel.] She is certified of by all these servile souls, whose lavishness was wrought upon by her imperiousness. It is likely that the news was no less welcome to her, than was the news of the bishops burnt at Oxford to Stephen Gardiner, who came out rejoicing to the Duke of Norfolk, and said, Now let us go to dinner; but ere he had dined, the sudden stroke of God’ s terrible hand fell upon him, so that he was taken from the table, and soon after died in despair. Act. and Mon., 1611.
Sermons on 1 Kings 21:14
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The Prudence and the Conclusion. 8:1-15 by W.J. Erdman | In this sermon by the Preacher, he reflects on the futility of human life and the inevitability of death, noting that neither foresight nor wickedness can save anyone from the grav |
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David's Attempt to Cover His Sin Part 2 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the story of David's attempt to cover up his sin. David initially tries to manipulate the situation by having Uriah, the husband of the |
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David (2.9.1986) by Peter Maiden | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the unexpected nature of falling into sin. He shares a personal story of an elder from a committed church who recently left his family for a y |