1 Kings 17:24
New International Version
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is the truth.”

New Living Translation
Then the woman told Elijah, “Now I know for sure that you are a man of God, and that the LORD truly speaks through you.”

English Standard Version
And the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.”

Berean Standard Bible
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is truth.”

King James Bible
And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in thy mouth is truth.

New King James Version
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now by this I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is the truth.”

New American Standard Bible
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.”

NASB 1995
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.”

NASB 1977
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.”

Legacy Standard Bible
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know this: that you are a man of God and that the word of Yahweh in your mouth is truth.”

Amplified Bible
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.”

Christian Standard Bible
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know you are a man of God and the LORD’s word from your mouth is true.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know you are a man of God and the LORD’s word from your mouth is true.”

American Standard Version
And the woman said to Elijah, Now I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of Jehovah in thy mouth is truth.

Contemporary English Version
"You are God's prophet!" the woman replied. "Now I know that you really do speak for the LORD."

English Revised Version
And the woman said to Elijah, Now I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in thy mouth is truth.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The woman said to Elijah, "Now I'm convinced that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is true."

Good News Translation
She answered, "Now I know that you are a man of God and that the LORD really speaks through you!"

International Standard Version
The woman responded to Elijah, "Now at last I've really learned that you are a man of God and that what you have to say about the LORD is the truth."

Majority Standard Bible
Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is truth.”

NET Bible
The woman said to Elijah, "Now I know that you are a prophet and that the LORD really does speak through you."

New Heart English Bible
And the woman said to Elijah, "Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is the truth."

Webster's Bible Translation
And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in thy mouth is truth.

World English Bible
The woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that Yahweh’s word in your mouth is truth.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the woman says to Elijah, “Now [by] this I have known that you [are] a man of God, and the word of YHWH in your mouth [is] truth.”

Young's Literal Translation
And the woman saith unto Elijah, 'Now, this I have known, that a man of God thou art, and the word of Jehovah in thy mouth is truth.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And the woman will say to Elijah, Now this I know that thou a man of God, and the word of Jehovah in thy mouth, truth.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the woman said to Elias: Now, by this I know that thou art a man of God, and the word of the Lord in thy mouth is true.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the woman said to Elijah: “By this, I now realize that you are a man of God, and that the word of the Lord in your mouth is true.”

New American Bible
The woman said to Elijah, “Now indeed I know that you are a man of God, and it is truly the word of the LORD that you speak.”

New Revised Standard Version
So the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the woman said to Elijah, Now I know that you are a prophet of God and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And she said: “Now I know that you are a Prophet of God, and the word of LORD JEHOVAH is in your mouth in truth!”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the woman said to Elijah: 'Now I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in thy mouth is truth.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the woman said to Eliu, Behold, I know that thou art a man of God, and the word of the Lord in thy mouth is true.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Elijah Raises the Widow's Son
23Then Elijah took the child, brought him down from the upper room into the house, and gave him to his mother. “Look, your son is alive,” Elijah declared. 24Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is truth.”

Cross References
Luke 7:16
A sense of awe swept over all of them, and they glorified God. “A great prophet has appeared among us!” they said. “God has visited His people!”

John 11:27
“Yes, Lord,” she answered, “I believe that You are the Christ, the Son of God, who was to come into the world.”

Matthew 16:16
Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”

John 6:14
When the people saw the sign that Jesus had performed, they began to say, “Truly this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.”

John 20:31
But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name.

Hebrews 1:1-2
On many past occasions and in many different ways, God spoke to our fathers through the prophets. / But in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, and through whom He made the universe.

Acts 2:22
Men of Israel, listen to this message: Jesus of Nazareth was a man certified by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know.

John 3:2
He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs You are doing if God were not with him.”

Matthew 14:33
Then those who were in the boat worshiped Him, saying, “Truly You are the Son of God!”

John 4:19
“Sir,” the woman said, “I see that You are a prophet.

2 Kings 4:9
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.

Deuteronomy 18:15
The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your brothers. You must listen to him.

2 Kings 4:32-37
When Elisha reached the house, there was the boy lying dead on his bed. / So he went in, closed the door behind the two of them, and prayed to the LORD. / Then Elisha got on the bed and lay on the boy, mouth to mouth, eye to eye, and hand to hand. As he stretched himself out over him, the boy’s body became warm. ...

2 Kings 5:15
Then Naaman and all his attendants went back to the man of God, stood before him, and declared, “Now I know for sure that there is no God in all the earth except in Israel. So please accept a gift from your servant.”

Exodus 4:1-9
Then Moses answered, “What if they do not believe me or listen to my voice? For they may say, ‘The LORD has not appeared to you.’” / And the LORD asked him, “What is that in your hand?” “A staff,” he replied. / “Throw it on the ground,” said the LORD. So Moses threw it on the ground, and it became a snake, and he ran from it. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.

Now by this

John 2:11
This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him.

John 3:2
The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him.

John 4:42-48
And said unto the woman, Now we believe, not because of thy saying: for we have heard him ourselves, and know that this is indeed the Christ, the Saviour of the world…

the word

Ecclesiastes 12:10
The preacher sought to find out acceptable words: and that which was written was upright, even words of truth.

1 Thessalonians 2:13
For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe.

1 John 2:21
I have not written unto you because ye know not the truth, but because ye know it, and that no lie is of the truth.

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1 Kings 17
1. Elijah, having prophesied against Ahab,
3. is sent to Cherith where the ravens feed him.
8. He is sent to the widow of Zarephath
17. He raises the widow's son
24. The woman believes him














Then the woman said to Elijah
This phrase marks a pivotal moment in the narrative, highlighting the widow's response to the miraculous event of her son's revival. The woman, a widow from Zarephath, represents the Gentile world, and her interaction with Elijah, a prophet of Israel, signifies the reach of God's power beyond the boundaries of Israel. The Hebrew word for "said" (אָמַר, 'amar) often introduces a declaration or realization, indicating a shift in understanding or belief. This moment is a testament to the transformative power of witnessing God's miracles, leading to a deeper recognition of His messengers.

Now I know
The phrase "Now I know" signifies a moment of revelation and certainty. The Hebrew word for "know" (יָדַע, yada) implies an intimate, experiential knowledge rather than mere intellectual assent. This acknowledgment by the widow underscores the impact of personal experience with God's power, moving her from doubt to faith. It reflects a common biblical theme where personal encounters with God's actions lead to a profound understanding and acknowledgment of His sovereignty and truth.

that you are a man of God
This acknowledgment of Elijah as "a man of God" is significant. The term "man of God" (אִישׁ הָאֱלֹהִים, ish ha'Elohim) is used throughout the Old Testament to describe prophets and individuals who are divinely appointed and empowered to carry out God's will. This recognition by the widow not only affirms Elijah's prophetic authority but also highlights the authenticity of his mission. It serves as a reminder that God's representatives are known by their alignment with His truth and their ability to manifest His power.

and that the word of the LORD
The phrase "the word of the LORD" (דְּבַר יְהוָה, devar Yahweh) is central to the prophetic tradition in Israel. It emphasizes the divine origin and authority of the message delivered by the prophets. In this context, it underscores that Elijah's words are not his own but are inspired and directed by God. This acknowledgment by the widow reinforces the concept that true prophecy is characterized by its alignment with God's will and its fulfillment in reality.

from your mouth
The expression "from your mouth" highlights the role of the prophet as a mouthpiece for God. In the ancient Near Eastern context, the spoken word was powerful and binding. The Hebrew term for "mouth" (פֶּה, peh) often symbolizes communication and authority. This phrase underscores the trustworthiness of Elijah's prophetic declarations, as they are not merely human words but are divinely inspired and authoritative.

is truth
The declaration "is truth" (אֱמֶת, emet) is profound, as it affirms the reliability and faithfulness of God's word. In Hebrew, "truth" conveys a sense of stability, certainty, and faithfulness. This acknowledgment by the widow is a testament to the fulfillment of God's promises and the authenticity of His revelation through Elijah. It serves as a reminder that God's word is unchanging and trustworthy, providing a foundation for faith and belief.

(24) Now by this I know . . .--In these words we trace the final victory of faith, brought out by the crowning mercy of the restoration of her son. First, the widow had spoken of Jehovah from without, as "the Lord thy God" (1Kings 17:14); next, had come to recognise Him as God (1Kings 17:18); now she not only believes, as she had never believed before, that His servant is "a man of God"; but, in accepting the "word of Jehovah" in his mouth as "the truth," seems undoubtedly to express conversion to Him. (Compare the stages of faith in the nobleman at Capernaum, John 4:47; John 4:50; John 4:53.)

Verse 24, - And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this [Heb. this. Gesenius interprets עַתָּה זֶה just now. Similarly Bahr, nunmehr] I know that thou art a man of God [not that she had doubted it before. See ver. 18. In the face of what Elijah had done for her, she could not doubt it. All that she means is that this is a great fresh proof of his mission], and that the word of the Lord in thy mouth is truth. [This last word ךאמֶת from which Amittai (Jonah 1:1) is formed, perhaps gave rise to the tradition that this boy was afterwards known as the prophet Jonah. Amiitai was held to have been this widow's husband.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then the woman
הָֽאִשָּׁה֙ (hā·’iš·šāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female

said
וַתֹּ֤אמֶר (wat·tō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Elijah,
אֵ֣לִיָּ֔הוּ (’ê·lî·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 452: Elijah -- 'Yah is God', a well-known prophet of Israel, also three other Israelites

“Now
עַתָּה֙ (‘at·tāh)
Adverb
Strong's 6258: At this time

I know
יָדַ֔עְתִּי (yā·ḏa‘·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 3045: To know

that
כִּ֛י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

you
אָ֑תָּה (’āt·tāh)
Pronoun - second person masculine singular
Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you

are a man
אִ֥ישׁ (’îš)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

of God
אֱלֹהִ֖ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

and that the word
וּדְבַר־ (ū·ḏə·ḇar-)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

of the LORD
יְהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

from your mouth
בְּפִ֖יךָ (bə·p̄î·ḵā)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to

is truth.”
אֱמֶֽת׃ (’ĕ·meṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 571: Stability, certainty, truth, trustworthiness


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