1 Kings 22:43
1 Kings 22:43 in Multiple Translations
And Jehoshaphat walked in all the ways of his father Asa; he did not turn away from them, but did what was right in the eyes of the LORD. The high places, however, were not removed; the people still sacrificed and burned incense on the high places.
And he walked in all the ways of Asa his father; he turned not aside from it, doing that which was right in the eyes of the LORD: nevertheless the high places were not taken away; for the people offered and burnt incense yet in the high places.
And he walked in all the way of Asa his father; he turned not aside from it, doing that which was right in the eyes of Jehovah: howbeit the high places were not taken away; the people still sacrificed and burnt incense in the high places.
He did as Asa his father had done, not turning away from it, but doing what was right in the eyes of the Lord; but the high places were not taken away: the people went on making offerings and burning them in the high places.
He followed all the ways of his father; he did not depart from them, and he did what was right in the Lord's sight. However, the high places were not removed and the people still sacrificed and presented offerings there.
And he walked in all the wayes of Asa his father, and declined not therefrom, but did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord. Neuerthelesse the hie places were not taken away: for the people offred still and burnt incense in the hie places.
And he walketh in all the way of Asa his father, he hath not turned aside from it, to do that which [is] right in the eyes of Jehovah; only the high places have not turned aside, yet are the people sacrificing and making perfume in high places.
He walked in all the way of Asa his father. He didn’t turn away from it, doing that which was right in the LORD’s eyes. However, the high places were not taken away. The people still sacrificed and burned incense on the high places.
And he walked in all the way of Asa his father; he turned not aside from it, doing that which was right in the eyes of the LORD: nevertheless the high places were not taken away; for the people offered and burnt incense yet in the high places.
And he walked in all the way of Asa his father, and he declined not from it: and he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord.
Jehoshaphat was a good king, just like his father Asa had been. He did things that pleased Yahweh. But while he was king, he did not remove all the pagan altars that the people had built on the hilltops. So the people continued to offer sacrifices to idols on those altars and burned incense there.
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Context — Jehoshaphat Reigns in Judah
43And Jehoshaphat walked in all the ways of his father Asa; he did not turn away from them, but did what was right in the eyes of the LORD. The high places, however, were not removed; the people still sacrificed and burned incense on the high places.
44Jehoshaphat also made peace with the king of Israel. 45As for the rest of the acts of Jehoshaphat, along with the might he exercised and how he waged war, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 15:14 | The high places were not removed, but Asa’s heart was fully devoted to the LORD all his days. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 12:3 | Nevertheless, the high places were not removed; the people continued sacrificing and burning incense there. |
| 3 | Proverbs 4:27 | Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil. |
| 4 | Psalms 40:4 | Blessed is the man who has made the LORD his trust, who has not turned to the proud, nor to those who lapse into falsehood. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 15:17 | The high places were not removed from Israel, but Asa’s heart was fully devoted all his days. |
| 6 | 1 Samuel 12:20–21 | “Do not be afraid,” Samuel replied. “Even though you have committed all this evil, do not turn aside from following the LORD, but serve the LORD with all your heart. Do not turn aside after worthless things that cannot profit you or deliver you, for they are empty. |
| 7 | 2 Chronicles 15:8 | When Asa heard these words and the prophecy of Azariah son of Oded the prophet, he took courage and removed the detestable idols from the whole land of Judah and Benjamin and from the cities he had captured in the hill country of Ephraim. He then restored the altar of the LORD that was in front of the portico of the LORD’s temple. |
| 8 | 1 Kings 15:11 | And Asa did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, as his father David had done. |
| 9 | Psalms 125:5 | But those who turn to crooked ways the LORD will banish with the evildoers. Peace be upon Israel. |
| 10 | 2 Chronicles 14:2–5 | And Asa did what was good and right in the eyes of the LORD his God. He removed the foreign altars and high places, shattered the sacred pillars, and chopped down the Asherah poles. He commanded the people of Judah to seek the LORD, the God of their fathers, and to observe the law and the commandments. He also removed the high places and incense altars from all the cities of Judah, and under him the kingdom was at peace. |
1 Kings 22:43 Summary
[This verse tells us that Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah, followed in the good footsteps of his father Asa and did what was right in God's eyes. However, he did not remove the high places where the people worshipped idols, which was not in line with God's commands. This shows us that even when we are trying to do what is right, we can still have areas where we compromise or disobey God, just like Jehoshaphat did. We can learn from Jehoshaphat's example by seeking to fully obey God's commands, as seen in verses like Deuteronomy 6:5, and by being careful not to tolerate sinful practices in our own lives.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that Jehoshaphat walked in all the ways of his father Asa?
This means that Jehoshaphat followed the good example of his father Asa, who had done what was right in the eyes of the Lord, as seen in 1 Kings 15:11-14. Jehoshaphat's actions were a continuation of his father's faithful ways.
Why did Jehoshaphat not remove the high places?
Although Jehoshaphat did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, he did not remove the high places where the people still sacrificed and burned incense, which was not in line with God's command in Deuteronomy 12:2-3. This shows that even good kings can have flaws and areas where they do not fully obey God.
How can I apply Jehoshaphat's example to my own life?
We can learn from Jehoshaphat's example by seeking to follow the good patterns and habits of our spiritual heritage, just as he followed his father's ways. However, we must also be careful to fully obey God's commands, as seen in verses like Matthew 28:20, and not tolerate sinful practices in our own lives.
What is the significance of the high places in this verse?
The high places were areas where the people would offer sacrifices and burn incense, which was a form of idolatry and a departure from the worship of the one true God, as commanded in Exodus 20:3-5. The fact that Jehoshaphat did not remove them suggests that he may have been compromising with the sinful practices of his people.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am following in the footsteps of my spiritual heritage, and how can I continue to build on those good patterns?
- In what ways am I tolerating sinful practices or compromises in my own life, and what steps can I take to fully obey God's commands?
- How can I balance the desire to follow good examples with the need to fully obey God's commands, even when it is difficult or unpopular?
- What are some high places in my own life that I need to remove, and how can I seek God's help and strength to do so?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 22:43
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Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:43
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:43
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:43
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 22:43
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 22:43
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:43
Sermons on 1 Kings 22:43
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Asa's Good Reign by C.I. Scofield | C.I. Scofield preaches on the life of King Asa, highlighting his reforms and the secret of his victory found in his prayer and perfect heart towards the Lord. Despite Asa's imperfe |
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(Through the Bible) 1 Kings 9-16 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses various biblical stories and teachings. He emphasizes the importance of obeying God's commands and following His word. The sermon includes th |
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Watch by Bakht Singh | Bakht Singh delivers a powerful sermon on the reign of King Asa, emphasizing the importance of obedience, faithfulness, and complete trust in God. Asa's story serves as a solemn wa |
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Nevertheless! by James Smith | James Smith preaches on the profound impact of the word 'NEVERTHELESS' in conveying comfort, encouragement, and strength from God's Word. Through various passages, he highlights ho |
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With All Your Heart by Jack Hyles | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of giving one's all in service to God. He shares his own commitment to preaching the word of God with all his heart and soul. |
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Have You Ever Heard of Asa? by Russell Kelfer | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Asa from the Bible. He emphasizes that God is looking for obedience, not talent or intellect. The preacher asks the audience if |
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Asa Did . . . Right in the Eyes by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of living righteously in the eyes of the Lord, as exemplified by King Asa, who took bold actions to remove idolatry from his kingdom. Despite h |







