Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version They replied, “He had a garment of hair and had a leather belt around his waist.” The king said, “That was Elijah the Tishbite.” New Living Translation They replied, “He was a hairy man, and he wore a leather belt around his waist.” “Elijah from Tishbe!” the king exclaimed. English Standard Version They answered him, “He wore a garment of hair, with a belt of leather about his waist.” And he said, “It is Elijah the Tishbite.” Berean Standard Bible “He was a hairy man,” they answered, “with a leather belt around his waist.” “It was Elijah the Tishbite,” said the king. King James Bible And they answered him, He was an hairy man, and girt with a girdle of leather about his loins. And he said, It is Elijah the Tishbite. New King James Version So they answered him, “A hairy man wearing a leather belt around his waist.” And he said, “It is Elijah the Tishbite.” New American Standard Bible And they said to him, “He was a hairy man with a leather belt worn around his waist.” And he said, “It is Elijah the Tishbite.” NASB 1995 They answered him, “He was a hairy man with a leather girdle bound about his loins.” And he said, “It is Elijah the Tishbite.” NASB 1977 And they answered him, “He was a hairy man with a leather girdle bound about his loins.” And he said, “It is Elijah the Tishbite.” Legacy Standard Bible And they said to him, “He was a hairy man with a leather girdle girded about his loins.” And he said, “It is Elijah the Tishbite.” Amplified Bible They answered him, “He was a hairy man with a [wide] leather band bound around his loins.” And Ahaziah said, “It is Elijah the Tishbite.” Christian Standard Bible They replied, “A hairy man with a leather belt around his waist.” He said, “It’s Elijah the Tishbite.” Holman Christian Standard Bible They replied, “A hairy man with a leather belt around his waist.” He said, “It’s Elijah the Tishbite.” American Standard Version And they answered him, He was a hairy man, and girt with a girdle of leather about his loins. And he said, It is Elijah the Tishbite. Contemporary English Version "He was hairy and had a leather belt around his waist," they answered. "It must be Elijah!" replied Ahaziah. English Revised Version And they answered him, He was an hairy man, and girt with a girdle of leather about his loins. And he said, It is Elijah the Tishbite. GOD'S WORD® Translation They replied, "He was hairy and had a leather belt around his waist." "That's Elijah from Tishbe," the king answered. Good News Translation "He was wearing a cloak made of animal skins, tied with a leather belt," they answered. "It's Elijah!" the king exclaimed. International Standard Version They answered, "The man was a hairy fellow. He wore a leather sash around his waist." The king responded, "It's Elijah, that foreigner!" Majority Standard Bible ?He was a hairy man,? they answered, ?with a leather belt around his waist.? ?It was Elijah the Tishbite,? said the king. NET Bible They replied, "He was a hairy man and had a leather belt tied around his waist." The king said, "He is Elijah the Tishbite." New Heart English Bible They answered him, "He was a hairy man, and wearing a leather belt around his waist." He said, "It is Elijah the Tishbite." Webster's Bible Translation And they answered him, He was a hairy man, and girt with a girdle of leather about his loins. And he said, It is Elijah the Tishbite. World English Bible They answered him, “He was a hairy man, and wearing a leather belt around his waist.” He said, “It’s Elijah the Tishbite.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd they say to him, “A hairy man, and a girdle of skin girt around his loins”; and he says, “He [is] Elijah the Tishbite.” Young's Literal Translation And they say unto him, 'A man -- hairy, and a girdle of skin girt about his loins;' and he saith, 'He is Elijah the Tishbite.' Smith's Literal Translation And they will say to him, A man possessing hair, girded with a girdle of skin upon his loins. And he will say, It is Elijah the Tishbite. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut they said: A hairy man with a girdle of leather about his loins. And he said: It is Elias the Thesbite. Catholic Public Domain Version So they said, “A hairy man, with a belt of leather wrapping his waist.” And he said, “It is Elijah, the Tishbite.” New American Bible They replied, “He wore a hairy garment with a leather belt around his waist.” “It is Elijah the Tishbite!” he exclaimed. New Revised Standard Version They answered him, “A hairy man, with a leather belt around his waist.” He said, “It is Elijah the Tishbite.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they answered him, He was a hairy man and girt with a girdle of leather about his loins. And he said to them, It is Elijah the Tishbite. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated They were saying to him: “A hairy man and a belt of leather was bound around his waist.” He said to them, “He is Elyah who is from Thesbe.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And they answered him: 'He was a hairy man, and girt with a girdle of leather about his loins.' And he said: 'It is Elijah the Tishbite.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And they said to him, He was a hairy man, and girt with a leathern girdle about his loins. And he said, This is Eliu the Thesbite. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Elijah Denounces Ahaziah…7The king asked them, “What sort of man came up to meet you and spoke these words to you?” 8“He was a hairy man,” they answered, “ with a leather belt around his waist.” “It was Elijah the Tishbite,” said the king. 9Then King Ahaziah sent to Elijah a captain with his company of fifty men. So the captain went up to Elijah, who was sitting on top of a hill, and said to him, “Man of God, the king declares, ‘Come down!’ ”… Cross References Matthew 3:4 John wore a garment of camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey. Mark 1:6 John was clothed in camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist. His food was locusts and wild honey. Malachi 4:5 Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and awesome Day of the LORD. Matthew 11:14 And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come. Luke 1:17 And he will go on before the Lord in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous—to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” Matthew 17:10-13 The disciples asked Him, “Why then do the scribes say that Elijah must come first?” / Jesus replied, “Elijah does indeed come, and he will restore all things. / But I tell you that Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him, but have done to him whatever they wished. In the same way, the Son of Man will suffer at their hands.” ... John 1:21 “Then who are you?” they inquired. “Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.” James 5:17 Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. Revelation 11:3-6 And I will empower my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth.” / These witnesses are the two olive trees and the two lampstands that stand before the Lord of the earth. / If anyone wants to harm them, fire proceeds from their mouths and devours their enemies. In this way, anyone who wants to harm them must be killed. ... Matthew 14:2 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.” Luke 9:8 others that Elijah had appeared, and still others that a prophet of old had arisen. 1 Kings 19:13 When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Suddenly a voice came to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” 1 Kings 18:46 And the hand of the LORD came upon Elijah, and he tucked his cloak into his belt and ran ahead of Ahab all the way to Jezreel. 1 Kings 17:1 Now Elijah the Tishbite, who was among the settlers of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As surely as the LORD, the God of Israel, lives, before whom I stand, there will be neither dew nor rain in these years except at my word!” 1 Kings 19:19 So Elijah departed and found Elisha son of Shaphat. He was plowing with twelve teams of oxen, and he was with the twelfth team. Elijah passed by him and threw his cloak around him. Treasury of Scripture And they answered him, He was an hairy man, and girt with a girdle of leather about his loins. And he said, It is Elijah the Tishbite. Isaiah 20:2 At the same time spake the LORD by Isaiah the son of Amoz, saying, Go and loose the sackcloth from off thy loins, and put off thy shoe from thy foot. And he did so, walking naked and barefoot. Zechariah 13:4 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the prophets shall be ashamed every one of his vision, when he hath prophesied; neither shall they wear a rough garment to deceive: Matthew 3:4 And the same John had his raiment of camel's hair, and a leathern girdle about his loins; and his meat was locusts and wild honey. Jump to Previous Band Belt Body Bound Clothed Coat Elijah Eli'jah Garment Girdle Girt Hair Haircloth Hairy Leather Skin Tishbite Waist WoreJump to Next Band Belt Body Bound Clothed Coat Elijah Eli'jah Garment Girdle Girt Hair Haircloth Hairy Leather Skin Tishbite Waist Wore2 Kings 1 1. Moab rebels2. Ahaziah, sending to Baal-Zebub, has his judgement by Elijah 5. Elijah twice brings fire from heaven on those Ahaziah sent to apprehend him. 13. He pities the third captain, 15. and, encouraged by an angel, tells the king of his death 17. Jehoram succeeds Ahaziah He was a hairy man, This description of Elijah as a "hairy man" can refer to his physical appearance, possibly indicating a rugged, unkempt look that was common among prophets who lived in the wilderness. It may also refer to a garment made of hair, such as camel's hair, which was typical of prophets (cf. Zechariah 13:4). This attire symbolized a life of austerity and separation from worldly comforts, aligning with the prophetic call to live a life dedicated to God. Elijah's appearance is reminiscent of John the Baptist, who also wore camel's hair and lived in the wilderness (Matthew 3:4), drawing a parallel between the two as forerunners of God's message. they answered, with a leather belt around his waist. It was Elijah the Tishbite, said the king. Persons / Places / Events 1. Elijah the TishbiteA prophet of God known for his boldness and miraculous acts. He is recognized by his distinctive appearance, described as a "hairy man with a leather belt." 2. King Ahaziah The king of Israel who sought counsel from Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron, instead of the God of Israel, leading to his confrontation with Elijah. 3. Messengers of Ahaziah Sent by King Ahaziah to inquire of Baal-Zebub, they encounter Elijah, who delivers God's message of judgment. 4. Samaria The capital of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, where King Ahaziah reigned. 5. Baal-Zebub A false god of Ekron, whose name means "lord of the flies," representing the idolatry that Israel was warned against. Teaching Points Recognizing God's MessengersElijah's distinct appearance and message were unmistakable. We should be attentive to God's messengers in our lives, who may come in unexpected forms. The Danger of Idolatry Ahaziah's reliance on Baal-Zebub instead of God serves as a warning against idolatry and the importance of seeking God first in all circumstances. The Power of a Godly Life Elijah's life and ministry demonstrate the impact of living faithfully for God. Our lives should reflect God's truth and power, influencing those around us. Courage in Proclaiming Truth Elijah boldly confronted the king with God's message. We are called to speak truth with courage, even when it is unpopular or risky. Preparation for the Messiah Elijah's role as a forerunner to the Messiah reminds us of the importance of preparing our hearts for Christ's return and living in anticipation of His coming.(8) Answered.--Said unto. An hairy man.--Literally, a lord of hair. This might refer to length of hair and beard (so LXX., ?????, "hirsute," "shaggy"); or to a hairy cloak or mantle. The second alternative is right, because a hairy mantle was a mark of the prophetic office from Elijah downwards. (Comp. Zechariah 13:4, "a rough garment;" and Matthew 3:4, where it is said of John Baptist--the second Elias--that "he was clad in camel's hair," and had "a leather girdle about his loins.") The girdle, as Thenius remarks, would not be mentioned alone. The common dress of the Bedawis is a sheep or goat's skin with the hair left on. Girt with a girdle of leather.--Such as only the poorest would wear. The girdle was ordinarily of linen or cotton, and often costly. The prophet's dress was a sign of contempt for earthly display, and of sorrow for the national sins and their consequences, which it was his function to proclaim. (Comp. Isaiah 20:2.) Verse 8. - A hairy man; literally, a lord of hair (בַּעַל שַׂעָר). Some take the meaning to be that he was rough and unkempt, with his hair and beard long; and so the LXX., who give ἀνὴρ δασύς. But the more usual explanation is that he wore a shaggy coat of untanned skin, with the hair outward. Such a garment seems certainly to have been worn by the later prophets (Zechariah 13:4; Matthew 3:4), and to have been regarded as a sign of their profession. But there is no positive evidence that the dress had been adopted by Isaiah's time. Girt with a girdle of leather. Generally the Israelites wore girdles of a soft material, as linen or cotton. The "curious girdle" of the high priest's ephod was of "fine twined linen," embroidered with gold, and blue, and purple, and scarlet (Exodus 28:8). Girdles of leather, rough and uncomfortable, would only be worn by the very poor and by the ascetic. Elijah may have adopted his rough and coarse costume, either to show contempt for things earthly, as Hengstenberg thinks; or as a penitential garb indicating sorrow for the sins of the people, as Keil supposes; or simple to chastise and subdue the flesh, as other ascetics. It is Elijah the Tishbite. The description given is enough. The king has no longer any doubt. His suspicion is turned into certainty. There is no living person but Elijah who would at once have the boldness to prophesy the death of the king, and would wear such a costume as described. Elijah is, of course, his enemy, as he had been his father's "enemy" (1 Kings 21:20), and will wish him ill, and prophesy accordingly, the wish being "father to the thought." It is not improbable that Elijah had withdrawn himself into obscurity on the accession of Ahaziah, or at any rate on his exhibition of strong idolatrous proclivities (Ewald), as he had done on more than one occasion from Ahab (1 Kings 17:10; 1 Kings 19:8-8). Ahaziah may have been long wishing to arrest and imprison him, and now thought he saw his opportunity.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “[He was] a hairyשֵׂעָ֔ר (śê·‘ār) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8181: Hair man,” אִ֚ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person they answered, וַיֹּאמְר֣וּ (way·yō·mə·rū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 559: To utter, say “with a leather ע֖וֹר (‘ō·wr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5785: Skin, hide, leather belt וְאֵז֥וֹר (wə·’ê·zō·wr) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 232: Something girt, a belt, a band around his waist.” בְּמָתְנָ֑יו (bə·mā·ṯə·nāw) Preposition-b | Noun - mdc | third person masculine singular Strong's 4975: The waist, small of the back, the loins “It is הֽוּא׃ (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are Elijah אֵלִיָּ֥ה (’ê·lî·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 452: Elijah -- 'Yah is God', a well-known prophet of Israel, also three other Israelites the Tishbite,” הַתִּשְׁבִּ֖י (hat·tiš·bî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8664: A Tishbite said [the king]. וַיֹּאמַ֕ר (way·yō·mar) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say Links 2 Kings 1:8 NIV2 Kings 1:8 NLT 2 Kings 1:8 ESV 2 Kings 1:8 NASB 2 Kings 1:8 KJV 2 Kings 1:8 BibleApps.com 2 Kings 1:8 Biblia Paralela 2 Kings 1:8 Chinese Bible 2 Kings 1:8 French Bible 2 Kings 1:8 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Kings 1:8 They answered him He was a hairy (2Ki iiKi ii ki 2 kg 2kg) |
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