1 Kings 19:1
New International Version
Now Ahab told Jezebel everything Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

New Living Translation
When Ahab got home, he told Jezebel everything Elijah had done, including the way he had killed all the prophets of Baal.

English Standard Version
Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

Berean Standard Bible
Now Ahab told Jezebel everything that Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

King James Bible
And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.

New King James Version
And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, also how he had executed all the prophets with the sword.

New American Standard Bible
Now Ahab told Jezebel everything that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

NASB 1995
Now Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

NASB 1977
Now Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

Amplified Bible
Now Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets [of Baal] with the sword.

Christian Standard Bible
Ahab told Jezebel everything that Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Ahab told Jezebel everything that Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

American Standard Version
And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.

Contemporary English Version
Ahab told his wife Jezebel what Elijah had done and that he had killed the prophets.

English Revised Version
And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Ahab told Jezebel everything Elijah had done, including how he had executed all the prophets.

Good News Translation
King Ahab told his wife Jezebel everything that Elijah had done and how he had put all the prophets of Baal to death.

International Standard Version
Ahab complained to Jezebel about everything that Elijah had done, especially the part about him killing all the prophets of Baal with a sword.

Majority Standard Bible
Now Ahab told Jezebel everything that Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

NET Bible
Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, including a detailed account of how he killed all the prophets with the sword.

New Heart English Bible
Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.

World English Bible
Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Ahab declares to Jezebel all that Elijah did, and all of how he slew all the prophets by the sword,

Young's Literal Translation
And Ahab declareth to Jezebel all that Elijah did, and all how he slew all the prophets by the sword,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Ahab will announce to Jezebel all that Elijah did, and all how he killed all the prophets with the sword.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Achab told Jezabel all that Elias had done, and how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then Ahab reported to Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

New American Bible
Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done—that he had murdered all the prophets by the sword.

New Revised Standard Version
Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
AND told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had slain all the prophets of Baal and the prophets of the shrines with the sword.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Akhab told Izabeil everything that Elyah did and that he killed all the Prophets of Baala and of the idol shrines with the sword.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Achaab told Jezabel his wife all that Eliu had done, and how he had slain the prophets with the sword.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Elijah Flees From Jezebel
1Now Ahab told Jezebel everything that Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword. 2So Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah, saying, “May the gods deal with me, and ever so severely, if by this time tomorrow I do not make your life like the lives of those you killed!”…

Cross References
1 Kings 18:4
for when Jezebel had slaughtered the prophets of the LORD, Obadiah had taken a hundred prophets and hidden them, fifty men per cave, providing them with food and water.)

1 Kings 18:13
Was it not reported to my lord what I did when Jezebel slaughtered the prophets of the LORD? I hid a hundred prophets of the LORD, fifty men per cave, and I provided them with food and water.

1 Kings 21:25
(Surely there was never one like Ahab, who sold himself to do evil in the sight of the LORD, incited by his wife Jezebel.

2 Kings 9:7
And you are to strike down the house of your master Ahab, so that I may avenge the blood of My servants the prophets and the blood of all the servants of the LORD shed by the hand of Jezebel.

2 Kings 10:11
So Jehu killed everyone in Jezreel who remained of the house of Ahab, as well as all his great men and close friends and priests, leaving him without a single survivor.

2 Kings 10:17
When Jehu came to Samaria, he struck down everyone belonging to Ahab who remained there, until he had destroyed them, according to the word that the LORD had spoken to Elijah.

2 Kings 10:30
Nevertheless, the LORD said to Jehu, “Because you have done well in carrying out what is right in My sight and have done to the house of Ahab all that was in My heart, four generations of your sons will sit on the throne of Israel.”

2 Kings 19:10-13
“Give this message to Hezekiah king of Judah: ‘Do not let your God, in whom you trust, deceive you by saying that Jerusalem will not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria. / Surely you have heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all the other countries, devoting them to destruction. Will you then be spared? / Did the gods of the nations destroyed by my fathers rescue those nations—the gods of Gozan, Haran, and Rezeph, and of the people of Eden in Telassar? ...

2 Kings 19:22
Whom have you taunted and blasphemed? Against whom have you raised your voice and lifted your eyes in pride? Against the Holy One of Israel!

2 Kings 19:37
One day, while he was worshiping in the temple of his god Nisroch, his sons Adrammelech and Sharezer put him to the sword and escaped to the land of Ararat. And his son Esar-haddon reigned in his place.

Matthew 14:1-12
At that time Herod the tetrarch heard the reports about Jesus / and said to his servants, “This is John the Baptist; he has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.” / Now Herod had arrested John and bound him and put him in prison on account of Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife, ...

Matthew 23:37
O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling!

Mark 6:14-29
Now King Herod heard about this, for Jesus’ name had become well known, and people were saying, “John the Baptist has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.” / Others were saying, “He is Elijah,” and still others, “He is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old.” / But when Herod heard this, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has risen from the dead!” ...

Luke 9:9
“I beheaded John,” Herod said, “but who is this man I hear such things about?” And he kept trying to see Jesus.

Luke 13:34
O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling!


Treasury of Scripture

And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and with how he had slain all the prophets with the sword.

Ahab

1 Kings 16:31
And it came to pass, as if it had been a light thing for him to walk in the sins of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, that he took to wife Jezebel the daughter of Ethbaal king of the Zidonians, and went and served Baal, and worshipped him.

1 Kings 21:5-7,25
But Jezebel his wife came to him, and said unto him, Why is thy spirit so sad, that thou eatest no bread? …

how he had slain

1 Kings 18:40
And Elijah said unto them, Take the prophets of Baal; let not one of them escape. And they took them: and Elijah brought them down to the brook Kishon, and slew them there.

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1 Kings 19
1. Elijah, threatened by Jezebel, flees to Beersheba
4. In the desert, being weary of his life, he is comforted by an angel
9. At Horeb God appears unto him, sending him to anoint Hazael, Jehu, and Elisha
19. Elisha, taking leave of his friends, follows Elijah














Now Ahab told Jezebel everything that Elijah had done
Ahab, the king of Israel, is portrayed as a weak ruler heavily influenced by his wife, Jezebel. This phrase highlights the communication between Ahab and Jezebel, indicating a partnership in their rule, though Jezebel often takes the lead in spiritual and political matters. Elijah's actions, particularly the contest on Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18), were a direct challenge to the worship of Baal, which Jezebel fervently supported. This sets the stage for Jezebel's reaction, as she is known for her ruthless defense of Baal worship, as seen in her previous actions against the prophets of the Lord (1 Kings 18:4).

and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword
This refers to Elijah's execution of the prophets of Baal after God demonstrated His power on Mount Carmel. The prophets of Baal, numbering 450, were defeated in a dramatic display of God's supremacy over the false god Baal. This act was not just a physical victory but a spiritual one, symbolizing the triumph of the true God over idolatry. The use of the sword signifies judgment and is reminiscent of the divine justice often executed in the Old Testament. This event foreshadows the ultimate victory of Christ over sin and falsehood, as He is the fulfillment of the law and the prophets (Matthew 5:17). Elijah's actions can be seen as a type of Christ's cleansing of the temple (John 2:15), where He also confronts false worship and corruption.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ahab
The king of Israel, known for his weak leadership and for being heavily influenced by his wife, Jezebel. His reign is marked by idolatry and conflict with the prophet Elijah.

2. Jezebel
The wife of King Ahab, notorious for her promotion of Baal worship in Israel and her opposition to the prophets of Yahweh. She is a central antagonist in the account of Elijah.

3. Elijah
A major prophet in Israel who performed many miracles and stood against the idolatry of Ahab and Jezebel. He is known for his boldness and faith in God.

4. Prophets of Baal
These were the prophets who served the Canaanite god Baal. Elijah confronted and defeated them on Mount Carmel, demonstrating the power of the true God.

5. Mount Carmel
The site of the dramatic confrontation between Elijah and the prophets of Baal, where God demonstrated His power by sending fire from heaven.
Teaching Points
The Influence of Leadership
Ahab's failure to lead righteously highlights the importance of godly leadership. Leaders must seek God's guidance and resist ungodly influences.

The Power of God vs. Idolatry
Elijah's victory over the prophets of Baal demonstrates God's supremacy over false gods. Believers are called to trust in God's power and reject idolatry in all forms.

Courage in the Face of Opposition
Elijah's boldness in confronting Ahab and Jezebel serves as an example for believers to stand firm in their faith, even when facing significant opposition.

The Role of Prophets
Elijah's role as a prophet underscores the importance of speaking God's truth, regardless of the consequences. Believers are encouraged to be faithful messengers of God's word.

The Consequences of Sin
Ahab and Jezebel's actions lead to severe consequences, reminding us that sin has repercussions. Repentance and obedience to God are crucial.(1, 2) There is a certain grandeur of fearlessness and ruthlessness in the message of Jezebel, which marks her character throughout, and places it in striking contrast with the vacillating impressibility of Ahab, whom she treats with natural scorn. (See 21:7.) Ahab, as before, remains passive; he has no courage, perhaps no wish, to attack Elijah, before whom he had quailed; but he cares not, or dares not, to restrain Jezebel. She disdains to strike secretly and without warning: in fact, her message seems intended to give the opportunity for a flight, which might degrade Elijah in the eyes of the people. We note that the prophet (see 1Kings 18:46) had not ventured to enter Jezreel till he should know how his deadly foe would receive the news of the great day at Carmel.

Verse 1. - And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain [Heb. and all which he had slain. The construction, if it were not for the כָּל would be usual enough. As that word is omitted in some MSS. and versions, it is possible it has been inserted by a transcriber, mechanically, from the אֵת כָּלאּאֲשֶׁר preceding] all the prophets, [sc., of Baal, all who were present] with the sword.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Now Ahab
אַחְאָב֙ (’aḥ·’āḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 256: Ahab -- 'father's brother', a king of Israel, also a false prophet

told
וַיַּגֵּ֤ד (way·yag·gêḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous

Jezebel
לְאִיזֶ֔בֶל (lə·’î·ze·ḇel)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 348: Jezebel -- queen of Israel with King Ahab

everything
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

that
אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

Elijah
אֵלִיָּ֑הוּ (’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

had done
עָשָׂ֖ה (‘ā·śāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

and how
אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

he had killed
הָרַ֛ג (hā·raḡ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2026: To smite with deadly intent

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the prophets
הַנְּבִיאִ֖ים (han·nə·ḇî·’îm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5030: A spokesman, speaker, prophet

with the sword.
בֶּחָֽרֶב׃ (be·ḥā·reḇ)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 2719: Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword


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