1 Kings 13:15
New International Version
So the prophet said to him, “Come home with me and eat.”

New Living Translation
Then he said to the man of God, “Come home with me and eat some food.”

English Standard Version
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat bread.”

Berean Standard Bible
So the prophet said to the man of God, “Come home with me and eat some bread.”

King James Bible
Then he said unto him, Come home with me, and eat bread.

New King James Version
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat bread.”

New American Standard Bible
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat bread.”

NASB 1995
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat bread.”

NASB 1977
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat bread.”

Legacy Standard Bible
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat bread.”

Amplified Bible
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat bread.”

Christian Standard Bible
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat some food.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat bread.”

American Standard Version
Then he said unto him, Come home with me, and eat bread.

Contemporary English Version
"Come home with me," the old prophet said, "and have something to eat."

English Revised Version
Then he said unto him, Come home with me, and eat bread.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"Come home with me, and eat a meal," the old prophet replied.

Good News Translation
"Come home and have a meal with me," he said.

International Standard Version
"Come home with me and have a meal," he told him.

Majority Standard Bible
So the prophet said to the man of God, ?Come home with me and eat some bread.?

NET Bible
He then said to him, "Come home with me and eat something."

New Heart English Bible
Then he said to him, "Come home with me, and eat bread."

Webster's Bible Translation
Then he said to him, Come home with me, and eat bread.

World English Bible
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat bread.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And he says to him, “Come with me to the house and eat bread.”

Young's Literal Translation
And he saith unto him, 'Come with me to the house, and eat bread.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And he will say to him, Go with me to the house and eat bread.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he said to him: Come home with me, to eat bread.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he said to him, “Come home with me, so that you may eat bread.”

New American Bible
Then he said, “Come home with me and have some bread.”

New Revised Standard Version
Then he said to him, “Come home with me and eat some food.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
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Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
He said to him, “Come with me to the house and eat bread.”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Then he said unto him: 'Come home with me, and eat bread.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he said to him, Come with me, and eat bread.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Old Prophet and the Man of God
14and went after the man of God. He found him sitting under an oak tree and asked, “Are you the man of God who came from Judah?” “I am,” he replied. 15So the prophet said to the man of God, “Come home with me and eat some bread.” 16But the man replied, “I cannot return with you or eat bread or drink water with you in this place.…

Cross References
1 Kings 13:18
Then the prophet replied, “I too am a prophet like you, and an angel spoke to me by the word of the LORD, saying, ‘Bring him back with you to your house, so that he may eat bread and drink water.’” The old prophet was lying to him,

2 Kings 4:8-10
One day Elisha went to Shunem, and a prominent woman who lived there persuaded him to have a meal. So whenever he would pass by, he would stop there to eat. / Then the woman said to her husband, “Behold, now I know that the one who often comes our way is a holy man of God. / Please let us make a small room upstairs and put in it a bed, a table, a chair, and a lamp for him. Then when he comes to us, he can stay there.”

Judges 13:15-16
“Please stay here,” Manoah said to the angel of the LORD, “and we will prepare a young goat for you.” / And the angel of the LORD replied, “Even if I stay, I will not eat your food. But if you prepare a burnt offering, offer it to the LORD.” For Manoah did not know that it was the angel of the LORD.

Genesis 19:2-3
and said, “My lords, please turn aside into the house of your servant; wash your feet and spend the night. Then you can rise early and go on your way.” “No,” they answered, “we will spend the night in the square.” / But Lot insisted so strongly that they followed him into his house. He prepared a feast for them and baked unleavened bread, and they ate.

Genesis 18:3-5
“My lord,” said Abraham, “if I have found favor in your sight, please do not pass your servant by. / Let a little water be brought, that you may wash your feet and rest yourselves under the tree. / And I will bring a bit of bread so that you may refresh yourselves. This is why you have passed your servant’s way. After that, you may continue on your way.” “Yes,” they replied, “you may do as you have said.”

2 Samuel 12:1-4
Then the LORD sent Nathan to David, and when he arrived, he said, “There were two men in a certain city, one rich and the other poor. / The rich man had a great number of sheep and cattle, / but the poor man had nothing except one small ewe lamb that he had bought. He raised it, and it grew up with him and his children. It shared his food and drank from his cup; it slept in his arms and was like a daughter to him. ...

1 Samuel 9:22-24
Then Samuel took Saul and his servant, brought them into the hall, and seated them in the place of honor among those who were invited—about thirty in all. / And Samuel said to the cook, “Bring the portion I gave you and told you to set aside.” / So the cook picked up the leg and what was attached to it and set it before Saul. Then Samuel said, “Here is what was kept back. It was set apart for you. Eat, for it has been kept for you for this occasion, from the time I said, ‘I have invited the people.’” So Saul dined with Samuel that day.

1 Samuel 28:22-25
Now please listen to your servant and let me set a morsel of bread before you so you may eat and have the strength to go on your way.” / Saul refused, saying, “I will not eat.” But his servants joined the woman in urging him, and he heeded their voice. He got up from the ground and sat on the bed. / The woman had a fattened calf at her house, and she quickly slaughtered it. She also took flour, kneaded it, and baked unleavened bread. ...

2 Kings 6:22-23
“Do not kill them,” he replied. “Would you kill those you have captured with your own sword or bow? Set food and water before them, that they may eat and drink and then return to their master.” / So the king prepared a great feast for them, and after they had finished eating and drinking, he sent them away, and they returned to their master. And the Aramean raiders did not come into the land of Israel again.

Luke 24:28-30
As they approached the village where they were headed, He seemed to be going farther. / But they pleaded with Him, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over.” So He went in to stay with them. / While He was reclining at the table with them, He took bread, spoke a blessing and broke it, and gave it to them.

Luke 10:38-42
As they traveled along, Jesus entered a village where a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home. / She had a sister named Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to His message. / But Martha was distracted by all the preparations to be made. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her to help me!” ...

Acts 16:15
And when she and her household had been baptized, she urged us, “If you consider me a believer in the Lord, come and stay at my house.” And she persuaded us.

Acts 10:23
So Peter invited them in as his guests. And the next day he got ready and went with them, accompanied by some of the brothers from Joppa.

Hebrews 13:2
Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.

Matthew 10:11-14
Whatever town or village you enter, find out who is worthy there and stay at his house until you move on. / As you enter the home, greet its occupants. / If the home is worthy, let your peace rest on it, but if it is not, let your peace return to you. ...


Treasury of Scripture

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1 Kings 13
1. Jeroboam's hand withers
6. and at the prayer of the prophet is restored
7. The prophet departs from Bethel
11. An old prophet brings him back
20. He is reproved by God
23. slain by a lion
26. buried by the old prophet
31. who confirms the prophecy
33. Jeroboam's obstinacy














So the prophet said to the man of God
In this passage, the "prophet" refers to an old prophet living in Bethel, while the "man of God" is a younger prophet from Judah who had been sent by God to deliver a message against the altar at Bethel. The term "man of God" is often used in the Old Testament to describe someone who is a spokesperson for God, such as Moses (Deuteronomy 33:1) or Elijah (1 Kings 17:18). This encounter highlights the tension between true and false prophecy, a recurring theme in the Bible. The old prophet's actions raise questions about his motives and the authenticity of his message.

Come home with me
The invitation to "come home" suggests hospitality, a significant cultural value in ancient Near Eastern societies. Hospitality was a way to show respect and build relationships, often involving sharing a meal. However, in this context, the invitation carries a deeper implication. The man of God had been explicitly instructed by God not to eat bread or drink water in Bethel (1 Kings 13:9). The old prophet's invitation tests the man of God's obedience to God's command, illustrating the challenges prophets faced in remaining faithful to their divine mission.

and eat some bread.
Bread, a staple food in ancient Israel, symbolizes sustenance and fellowship. Sharing a meal was a sign of peace and acceptance. However, the man of God's refusal to eat bread in Bethel was a symbolic act of rejecting the idolatry and false worship associated with Jeroboam's altar. This phrase also foreshadows the man of God's eventual downfall due to his disobedience. The narrative serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of adhering to God's instructions, even when faced with seemingly benign temptations. This theme of obedience is echoed in other scriptures, such as the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11), where Jesus resists the devil's offers by adhering to God's word.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The Prophet from Bethel
An old prophet living in Bethel who invites the man of God to his home. His actions and motivations are central to the unfolding events.

2. The Man of God from Judah
A prophet sent by God to deliver a message against the altar at Bethel. He is instructed by God not to eat or drink in that place.

3. Bethel
A significant location in the Northern Kingdom of Israel, where King Jeroboam set up one of the golden calves, leading Israel into idolatry.

4. The Altar at Bethel
The site of idolatrous worship that the man of God prophesies against, declaring God's judgment.

5. King Jeroboam
The king of Israel who established the altar at Bethel, leading the people away from the worship of Yahweh.
Teaching Points
Obedience to God's Word
The man of God's account underscores the importance of unwavering obedience to God's commands, even when faced with persuasive voices that suggest otherwise.

Discernment in Spiritual Matters
Believers must exercise discernment, testing every spirit and message against the truth of Scripture to avoid deception.

The Consequences of Disobedience
The account serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences that can follow when God's instructions are not followed precisely.

The Influence of Others
The old prophet's influence on the man of God highlights the need for caution in whom we allow to speak into our lives, especially regarding spiritual matters.

Faithfulness in Adversity
The man of God's initial resolve to follow God's command, despite the king's offer, encourages believers to remain faithful in the face of temptation and pressure.Verse 15. - Then he said unto him, Come home with me [Heb. Come with me to the house] and eat bread. The sting was in the tail of this invitation. If he would partake of food, he would thereby remove the ban and so neutralize one part of his mission.]

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then [the prophet] said
וַיֹּ֣אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to [the man of God],
אֵלָ֔יו (’ê·lāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

“Come
לֵ֥ךְ (lêḵ)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk

home
הַבָּ֑יְתָה (hab·bā·yə·ṯāh)
Article | Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 1004: A house

with me
אִתִּ֖י (’it·tî)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among

and eat
וֶאֱכֹ֖ל (we·’ĕ·ḵōl)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 398: To eat

some bread.”
לָֽחֶם׃ (lā·ḥem)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3899: Food, bread, grain


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