2 Chronicles 18:6
2 Chronicles 18:6 in Multiple Translations
But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there not still a prophet of the LORD here of whom we can inquire?”
But Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet of the LORD besides, that we might enquire of him?
But Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet of Jehovah besides, that we may inquire of him?
But Jehoshaphat said, Is there no other prophet of the Lord here from whom we may get directions?
But Jehoshaphat asked, “Isn't there another prophet of the Lord here that we can ask?”
But Iehoshaphat sayde, Is there heere neuer a Prophet more of the Lord that wee might inquire of him?
And Jehoshaphat saith, 'Is there not here a prophet of Jehovah still, and we seek from him?'
But Jehoshaphat said, “Isn’t there here a prophet of the LORD besides, that we may inquire of him?”
But Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet of the LORD besides, that we may inquire of him?
And Josaphat said: Is there not here a prophet of the Lord, that we may inquire also of him?
But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there no prophet of Yahweh here whom we can ask?”
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 18:6
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2 Chronicles 18:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר֙
יְה֣וֹשָׁפָ֔ט
הַ/אֵ֨ין
פֹּ֥ה
נָבִ֛יא
לַ/יהוָ֖ה
ע֑וֹד
וְ/נִדְרְשָׁ֖ה
מֵ/אֹתֽ/וֹ
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר֙
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
יְה֣וֹשָׁפָ֔ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
Jehoshaphat
N-proper
הַ/אֵ֨ין
ʼayin
H369
nothing
Part | Part
פֹּ֥ה
pôh
H6311
here
Adv
נָבִ֛יא
nâbîyʼ
H5030
prophet
N-ms
לַ/יהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
ע֑וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv
וְ/נִדְרְשָׁ֖ה
dârash
H1875
to seek
Conj | V-Qal-1cp
מֵ/אֹתֽ/וֹ
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Prep | DirObjM | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 18:6
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר֙
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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.
יְה֣וֹשָׁפָ֔ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
"Jehoshaphat"
N-proper
Jehoshaphat was a king of Judah who ruled for 25 years and was known for his piety and prosperity. His name means Jehovah has judged, and he is mentioned in 2 Kings 9:2 as the son of King Asa. He was one of the best kings of Judah in the Bible.
Definition: A man of the Kingdom of Israel, living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.9.2; son of: Nimshi (H5250); father of: Jehu (H3058H) § Jehoshaphat = "Jehovah has judged" 1) son of king Asa and himself king of Judah for 25 years; one of the best, most pious, and prosperous kings of Judah 2) son of Nimshi and father of king Jehu of the northern kingdom of Israel 3) son of Ahilud and chronicler under David and Solomon 4) son of Paruah and one of the 12 commissary officers under Solomon 5) a priest and trumpeter in the time of David 6) symbolical name of a valley near Jerusalem which is the place of ultimate judgment; maybe the deep ravine which separates Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives through which the Kidron flowed
Usage: Occurs in 75 OT verses. KJV: Jehoshaphat. Compare H3146 (יוֹשָׁפָט). See also: 2 Samuel 8:16; 2 Chronicles 17:5; Joel 4:12.
הַ/אֵ֨ין
ʼayin
H369
"nothing"
Part | Part
This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.
Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.
פֹּ֥ה
pôh
H6311
"here"
Adv
This Hebrew word means 'here' or 'this place', and is used to indicate a specific location. It can also mean 'from here' or 'hither', showing movement or direction from a certain spot.
Definition: 1) here, from here, hither 1a) here 1b) hither
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: here, hither, the one (other, this, that) side. See also: Genesis 19:12; 2 Kings 3:11; Psalms 132:14.
נָבִ֛יא
nâbîyʼ
H5030
"prophet"
N-ms
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.
לַ/יהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
ע֑וֹד
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.
וְ/נִדְרְשָׁ֖ה
dârash
H1875
"to seek"
Conj | V-Qal-1cp
To seek or ask is the meaning of this Hebrew word, often used to describe seeking God or worshiping him. It can also mean to investigate or enquire about something.
Definition: 1) to resort to, seek, seek with care, enquire, require 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to resort to, frequent (a place), (tread a place) 1a2) to consult, enquire of, seek 1a2a) of God 1a2b) of heathen gods, necromancers 1a3) to seek deity in prayer and worship 1a3a) God 1a3b) heathen deities 1a4) to seek (with a demand), demand, require 1a5) to investigate, enquire 1a6) to ask for, require, demand 1a7) to practice, study, follow, seek with application 1a8) to seek with care, care for 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to allow oneself to be enquired of, consulted (only of God) 1b2) to be sought, be sought out 1b3) to be required (of blood)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: ask, [idiom] at all, care for, [idiom] diligently, inquire, make inquisition, (necro-) mancer, question, require, search, seek (for, out), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 9:5; Ezra 10:16; Psalms 9:11.
מֵ/אֹתֽ/וֹ
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Prep | 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.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 18:6
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Context — Jehoshaphat Allies with Ahab
4But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.”
5So the king of Israel assembled the prophets, four hundred men, and asked them, “Should we go to war against Ramoth-gilead, or should we refrain?” “Go up,” they replied, “and God will deliver it into the hand of the king.”
6But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there not still a prophet of the LORD here of whom we can inquire?”
7The king of Israel answered, “There is still one man through whom we can inquire of the LORD, but I hate him because he never prophesies anything good for me, but only bad. He is Micaiah son of Imlah.” “The king should not say that!” Jehoshaphat replied. 8So the king of Israel called one of his officials and said, “Bring Micaiah son of Imlah at once.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 22:7–9 | But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there not still a prophet of the LORD here of whom we can inquire?” The king of Israel answered, “There is still one man who can ask the LORD, but I hate him because he never prophesies anything good for me, but only bad. He is Micaiah son of Imlah.” “The king should not say that!” Jehoshaphat replied. So the king of Israel called one of his officials and said, “Bring Micaiah son of Imlah at once.” |
| 2 | 2 Kings 3:11–13 | But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there no prophet of the LORD here? Let us inquire of the LORD through him.” And one of the servants of the king of Israel answered, “Elisha son of Shaphat is here. He used to pour water on the hands of Elijah. ” Jehoshaphat affirmed, “The word of the LORD is with him.” So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat and the king of Edom went down to him. Elisha, however, said to the king of Israel, “What have we to do with each other? Go to the prophets of your father and of your mother!” “No,” replied the king of Israel, “for it is the LORD who has summoned these three kings to deliver them into the hand of Moab.” |
2 Chronicles 18:6 Summary
In this verse, Jehoshaphat is looking for a prophet who will speak the truth from the Lord, even if it's not what the king wants to hear. He's seeking a second opinion, which is a wise thing to do when making big decisions, as seen in Proverbs 11:14. By asking if there is another prophet, Jehoshaphat shows that he values the truth and is willing to seek it out, even if it's not the popular opinion. This is an important lesson for us today, as we can learn to prioritize seeking the truth from the Lord, just like Jehoshaphat did (2 Chronicles 18:4, Proverbs 11:14).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jehoshaphat ask if there was another prophet of the Lord?
Jehoshaphat asked this question because he was not convinced by the unanimous response of the 400 prophets, seeking a second opinion from a prophet who might speak the truth, as seen in 2 Chronicles 18:4 where he requested to inquire first for the word of the Lord.
What was Jehoshaphat looking for in a prophet?
Jehoshaphat was looking for a prophet who would speak the truth from the Lord, unswayed by the opinions of men, similar to the prophet Micaiah who is introduced in 2 Chronicles 18:7.
Is it important to seek multiple sources of guidance when making big decisions?
Yes, seeking multiple sources of guidance can be wise, as Jehoshaphat's actions demonstrate, and is supported by scriptures such as Proverbs 11:14 which says that in the multitude of counselors there is safety.
How does this verse relate to the concept of testing prophecy?
This verse relates to the concept of testing prophecy as seen in Deuteronomy 18:21-22, where the Lord instructs the people to test a prophet's words to see if they come true, and Jehoshaphat's request for another prophet can be seen as a way of testing the words of the 400 prophets.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I have sought a second opinion or guidance from someone I trust, and how did it turn out?
- How can I, like Jehoshaphat, discern when to trust the words of those around me and when to seek additional guidance?
- What are some ways that I can prioritize seeking the truth from the Lord, even if it is unpopular or difficult to hear?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of seeking multiple sources of guidance in my own decision-making processes?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 18:6
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 18:2].
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:6
(6) But—And. So 1 Kings 22:7, literally.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 18:6
6. Is there not here a prophet of the Lord besides] Or, Hath not the LORD here yet another prophet. The unanimity of the four hundred prophets aroused the suspicion of Jehoshaphat.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:6
3-34. The rest of this chapter is parallel with 1 Kings 22:4-39, where see notes.
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