1 Kings 22:44
1 Kings 22:44 in Multiple Translations
Jehoshaphat also made peace with the king of Israel.
And Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel.
And Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel.
And Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel.
Jehoshaphat also made peace with the king of Israel.
And Iehoshaphat made peace with the King of Israel.
And Jehoshaphat maketh peace with the king of Israel;
Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel.
And Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel.
Nevertheless he took not away the high places: for as Set the people offered sacrifices and burnt incense in the high places.
Jehoshaphat also made a peace agreement with the king of Israel.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 22:44
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1 Kings 22:44 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אַ֥ךְ
הַ/בָּמ֖וֹת
לֹֽא
סָ֑רוּ
ע֥וֹד
הָ/עָ֛ם
מְזַבְּחִ֥ים
וּֽ/מְקַטְּרִ֖ים
בַּ/בָּמֽוֹת
אַ֥ךְ
ʼak
H389
surely
DirObjM
הַ/בָּמ֖וֹת
bâmâh
H1116
high place
Art | N-fp
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
סָ֑רוּ
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
ע֥וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv
הָ/עָ֛ם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
מְזַבְּחִ֥ים
zâbach
H2076
to sacrifice
V-Piel
וּֽ/מְקַטְּרִ֖ים
qâṭar
H6999
to offer
Conj | V-Piel
בַּ/בָּמֽוֹת
bâmâh
H1116
high place
Prep | N-fp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 22:44
אַ֥ךְ
ʼak
H389
"surely"
DirObjM
This Hebrew word is used to emphasize something, like saying 'surely' or 'certainly'. It can also be used to limit or restrict something, like saying 'only' or 'but'.
Definition: 1) indeed, surely (emphatic) 2) howbeit, only, but, yet (restrictive)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: also, in any wise, at least, but, certainly, even, howbeit, nevertheless, notwithstanding, only, save, surely, of a surety, truly, verily, [phrase] wherefore, yet (but). See also: Genesis 7:23; 2 Kings 23:35; Psalms 23:6.
הַ/בָּמ֖וֹת
bâmâh
H1116
"high place"
Art | N-fp
A high place or elevation, often referring to a cultic platform or mountain. In the Bible, it can also refer to battlefields or funeral mounds, as seen in various passages.
Definition: 1) high place, ridge, height, bamah (technical name for cultic platform) 1a) high place, mountain 1b) high places, battlefields 1c) high places (as places of worship) 1d) funeral mound?
Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: height, high place, wave. See also: Leviticus 26:30; 1 Chronicles 16:39; Psalms 18:34.
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
סָ֑רוּ
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
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.
ע֥וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Adv
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
הָ/עָ֛ם
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.
מְזַבְּחִ֥ים
zâbach
H2076
"to sacrifice"
V-Piel
To sacrifice means to slaughter an animal, usually for a religious offering, as seen in the Bible's instructions for worship. This term is used in many contexts, including sacrifices for eating or in divine judgment. It's often translated as 'kill' or 'offer' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to slaughter, kill, sacrifice, slaughter for sacrifice 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to slaughter for sacrifice 1a2) to slaughter for eating 1a3) to slaughter in divine judgment 1b) (Piel) to sacrifice, offer sacrifice Aramaic equivalent: de.vach (דְּבַח "to sacrifice" H1684)
Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: kill, offer, (do) sacrifice, slay. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Kings 8:62; Psalms 4:6.
וּֽ/מְקַטְּרִ֖ים
qâṭar
H6999
"to offer"
Conj | V-Piel
This word refers to the act of burning incense as an act of worship, often using a special altar. It involves turning something into a fragrant smoke, and is an important part of Old Testament rituals and sacrifices.
Definition: : burn v 1) to sacrifice, burn incense, burn sacrifices, make sacrifices smoke 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to make sacrifices smoke 1a2) to sacrifice 1b) (Pual) to smoke a sacrifice 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make sacrifices smoke 1c2) to cause incense to smoke, offer incense 1c3) to make smoke upon 1d) (Hophal) to be made to smoke
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: burn (incense, sacrifice) (upon), (altar for) incense, kindle, offer (incense, a sacrifice). See also: Exodus 29:13; 2 Kings 15:35; Isaiah 65:3.
בַּ/בָּמֽוֹת
bâmâh
H1116
"high place"
Prep | N-fp
A high place or elevation, often referring to a cultic platform or mountain. In the Bible, it can also refer to battlefields or funeral mounds, as seen in various passages.
Definition: 1) high place, ridge, height, bamah (technical name for cultic platform) 1a) high place, mountain 1b) high places, battlefields 1c) high places (as places of worship) 1d) funeral mound?
Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: height, high place, wave. See also: Leviticus 26:30; 1 Chronicles 16:39; Psalms 18:34.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 22:44
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 22:44
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 22:44
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:44
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:44
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:44
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 22:44
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 22:44
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:44
- Sermons on 1 Kings 22:44
Context — Jehoshaphat Reigns in Judah
42Jehoshaphat was thirty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-five years. His mother’s name was Azubah daughter of Shilhi.
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? 46He banished from the land the male shrine prostitutes who remained from the days of his father Asa.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 22:2 | However, in the third year, Jehoshaphat king of Judah went down to visit the king of Israel, |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 19:2 | Jehu son of Hanani the seer went out to confront him and said to King Jehoshaphat, “Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the LORD? Because of this, the wrath of the LORD is upon you. |
| 3 | 2 Kings 8:18 | And Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, just as the house of Ahab had done. For he married a daughter of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 21:6 | And Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, just as the house of Ahab had done. For he married a daughter of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD. |
| 5 | 2 Corinthians 6:14 | Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership can righteousness have with wickedness? Or what fellowship does light have with darkness? |
1 Kings 22:44 Summary
This verse, 1 Kings 22:44, tells us that Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel, which shows that he was able to maintain good relationships with his neighboring countries. This is similar to what we are called to do as believers, to be peacemakers and to love our neighbors, as stated in Matthew 22:39 and Romans 12:18. By making peace with the king of Israel, Jehoshaphat was able to avoid conflict and maintain a sense of stability in his kingdom, which is an important lesson for us today. We can learn from Jehoshaphat's example by seeking to be peacemakers in our own relationships and communities, and by trusting in God's wisdom and guidance to help us make good decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jehoshaphat make peace with the king of Israel?
Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel to maintain a good relationship with his neighboring country, as seen in 1 Kings 22:44, which is similar to the peace treaty between Solomon and Hiram in 1 Kings 5:12, where they made a covenant and had a peaceful relationship.
Was making peace with the king of Israel a good decision for Jehoshaphat?
Although the Bible does not explicitly state whether making peace with the king of Israel was good or bad, it is known that the king of Israel, Ahab, was not a righteous king, as stated in 1 Kings 21:25-26, which might have influenced Jehoshaphat's decision and the consequences that followed.
How does this verse relate to the rest of Jehoshaphat's reign?
This verse shows that Jehoshaphat was able to make peace with his neighboring countries, which is a testament to his leadership and diplomacy skills, as stated in 1 Kings 22:44, and is also seen in his other actions, such as removing the male shrine prostitutes from the land, as stated in 1 Kings 22:46.
What can we learn from Jehoshaphat's actions in this verse?
We can learn the importance of maintaining good relationships with others, as seen in 1 Kings 22:44, and also the value of being a peacemaker, as stated in Matthew 5:9, where Jesus says that blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can be a peacemaker in my own relationships and community, just like Jehoshaphat?
- How can I balance the need to maintain good relationships with the need to stand firm in my faith and values, as Jehoshaphat did in his relationship with the king of Israel?
- What are some potential consequences of making peace with someone who does not share my values or beliefs, as Jehoshaphat did with the king of Israel?
- How can I seek wisdom and guidance from God when making decisions about relationships and alliances, just like Jehoshaphat did in his reign?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of diplomacy and leadership in my own life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 22:44
And Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel. First with Ahab, with whom he contracted an affinity, and joined with him in his expedition to Ramothgilead, and with Ahaziah his successor.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 22:44
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
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:44
With Ahab first, and then with his son. This is noted as a blemish in his government, , and proved of most mischievous consequence to Jehoshaphat’ s posterity; as we shall see, 2 Kings 9 2 Kings 10.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:44
1 Kings 22:44 And Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel.Ver. 44. And Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel.] But better he had not, for God was deeply displeased with it. Now a man had better be at odds with all the world, than with God and his own conscience. He purchaseth his outward peace at too dear a rate, that parteth with his inward for it. Numa’ s temple of old is said to have had this inscription, πιστεωςκαιειρηνηςιερος, The temple of faith and peace; but first of faith.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:44
(44) And Jehoshaphat.—This verse is chronologically out of place. It refers to the policy of Jehoshaphat, pursued apparently from the beginning, of exchanging the chronic condition of war with Israel in the preceding reigns, for peace and alliance.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 22:44
44. Jehoshaphat made peace with the king of Israel] This is mentioned because up to his time the two kingdoms had been always at war.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 22:44
This refers probably to an early period in Jehoshaphat’s reign - about his eighth or his ninth year - when he closed the long series of wars between the two kingdoms by a formal peace, perhaps at
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 22:44
44. Made peace with the king of Israel — His son Jehoram married Ahab’s daughter. 2 Kings 8:18. As we have just seen, Jehoshaphat went up with Ahab to battle against Ramoth-gilead.
Sermons on 1 Kings 22:44
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A Study in Hebrews 13 - Part 2 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the wicked system described in the book of Revelation. The system is characterized by the rulers of the nations making alliances with it and t |
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Shouldest Thou Help the Ungodly, and Love Them by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer addresses the dangers of compromising our faith by aligning too closely with the ungodly, as exemplified by King Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab. He warns that wealth a |
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The Best, Not the Good by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making choices in life between the bad, the good, and the best. He highlights the danger of settling for the good when we c |
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You Need the Baptism of the Holy Spirit by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a man named Steve who was a rock star and wanted to use his fame to spread the message of Jesus. However, he was confronted by you |
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(Deeper Waters) Session 3 - the Habitation of God by David Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker begins by describing his arrival at a new home and how he can immediately discern certain characteristics about the people living there. He then moves o |
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(Blood Covenant) 3 - Our Covenant With Christ by Milton Green | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the destructive nature of sin and its opposition to the covenant and love of God. Sin is described as self-centeredness, selfishness, and se |
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How to Tell When a Thing Is From God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of testing whether something is from God or not. He references two Bible verses, 1 Thessalonians 5:21 and 1 John 4, which encou |