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I Kings Chapter 21

THE PROPHETS

I KINGS

MELACHIM I

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. It provides insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during those periods. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.

Chapter 21

Chapter 21 of Kings Accounts the Evil of Jezebel Wife of Ahab

Knowing What Is Wrong Or Evil And Still Following Or Practicing It

In the end you will be held accountable.

You cannot play innocent.

Comfort or convenience is not a good excuse of not facing the truth.

“Ahab is Rebuffed by Naboth”
“Jezebel to the Rescue with Her Evil Plan”
“The Rebuke of Elijah with a Curse”
“Ahab Humbled Himself”

Ahab spoke to Naboth, saying, “Give me your vineyard, so that I may have it as an herb garden, for it is close by my house; in its place I will give you a better vineyard, or, if you prefer, I will give you its price in money.”
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But Naboth said to Ahab, “Far be it from me before Hashem that I should give you my ancestor’s heritage!”
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His wife Jezebel said to him, “Are you now exercising your sovereignty over Israel? Arise. Eat some food, and let your heart be. I shall present you with the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite!”
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Two unscrupulous men came and sat opposite him, and the unscrupulous men testified against Naboth in the presence of the people, saying, “Naboth has ‘blessed’ God and the king.” Then they took him outside of the city and stoned him with stones, and he died.
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The word of Hashem then came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying, …
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You shall speak to him, saying, ‘Thus said Hashem: Will you murder and also inherit?’ saying, ‘Thus said Hashem: In the place where the dogs licked up the blood of Naboth, the dogs will lick up your blood as well.’”
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Ahab said to Elijah, “Have you found me [guilty], my adversary?” He said, “I have found [you guilty]. because you have sold yourself to do what is evil in the eyes of Hashem.
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Behold! [says Hashem] I am bringing evil upon you, and I shall annihilate after you, and I shall eliminate [every] male offspring from Ahab and all property, whether hidden or public, in Israel.
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… because of the provocation with which you have provoked [Me], and because you caused Israel to sin.
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Hashem has spoken also concerning Jezebel, saying, ‘The dogs shall eat Jezebel in the Valley of Jezreel.’
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(There had never been anyone like Ahab, who sold himself to do what was evil in the eyes of Hashem, because Jezebel his wife had incited him.
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It happened that when Ahab heard these words, he tore his clothes and placed sackcloth upon his skin and fasted; he slept with the sackcloth, and he walked about slowly.
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The word of Hashem came to Elijah the Tishbite, saying, “Have you seen that Ahab has humbled himself before Me? Since he has humbled himself before Me, I will not bring the evil during his days; I will rather bring the evil upon his house in the days of his son.”
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1 And it was after these happenings, that Naboth the Jezreelite had a vineyard, which was in Jezreel, next to the palace of Ahab, the king of Samaria.
2 And Ahab spoke to Naboth saying, “Give me your vineyard and I will have it for a vegetable garden since it is near my house, and I will give you instead of it a vineyard which is better than it-if it pleases you, I will give you money, its worth.”
3 And Naboth said to Ahab, “The Lord forbid me to give the inheritance of my forefathers to you.”
4 And Ahab came to his house sad and upset because of the matter that Naboth the Jezreelite had spoken to him and said, “I will not give you the inheritance of my forefathers.” He lay on his bed, turned away his face, and did not eat bread.
5 And Jezebel his wife came to him, and spoke to him, “For what is this that your spirit has left you and you do not eat bread?”
6 He spoke to her, “For I have spoken to Naboth the Jezreelite and I have said to him, ‘Give me your vineyard for money or if you wish I will give you a vineyard instead of it. And he said, ‘I will not give you my vineyard.’ “
7 And Jezebel his wife said to him, “Do you now exercise kingly power over Israel? Arise, and eat bread and let your heart be merry, I will give you Naboth the Jezreelite’s vineyard.”
8 And she wrote letters in Ahab’s name and sealed [them] with his seal, and she sent the letters to the elders and the officials who were in his city, who sat with Naboth.
9 And she wrote letters saying, “Proclaim a fast and place Naboth in the forefront of the people.
10 And set up two wicked men opposite him and they will testify against him saying, ‘You have cursed God and the king,’ and they shall remove him and stone him, and he will die.”
11 And the men of his city did, the elders and the officials that dwelled in his city, as Jezebel sent to them, as it was written in the letters that she had sent to them.
12 They proclaimed a fast, and they set Naboth at the head of the people.
13 And the two wicked men came and sat opposite him, and the wicked men testified against Naboth in front of the people saying, “Naboth cursed God and the king.” And they took him out of the city and stoned him with stones, and he died.
14 And they sent to Jezebel saying: “Naboth has been stoned and has died.”
15 And it was when Jezebel heard that Naboth was stoned and that he died, that Jezebel said to Ahab, “Get up, and take possession of the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite, which he refused to give you for money, for Naboth is not living but dead.”
16 And it was as Ahab heard that Naboth had died, that Ahab got up to go down to the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite to take possession of it.
17 And the word of the Lord came to Elijah the Tishbite saying,
18 “Arise and go down toward Ahab the king of Israel, who is in Samaria. Behold! he is in Naboth’s vineyard where he has gone down to take possession of it.
19 And you shall speak to him saying, ‘So said the Lord, “Have you murdered and also inherited?” And you shall speak to him saying, ‘Thus said the Lord; “In the place that the dogs have licked the blood of Naboth, shall the dogs lick your blood, even yours!”‘
20 And Ahab said to Elijah, “Have you found me, my enemy?” And he said, “I have found [you] because you have sold yourself to do what is bad in the eyes of the Lord.
21 I will bring disaster upon you and I will expunge after you and I will cut off from Ahab every male child and those that are restrained and those that are free in Israel.
22 And I will make your house as the house of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat and the house of Baasha the son of Ahijah, because of the anger which you have angered [Me] and you have caused Israel to sin.
23 And also concerning Jezebel, the Lord spoke saying, ‘The dogs will eat Jezebel in the valley of Jezreel.
24 The dead of Ahab in the city will be eaten by the dogs, and the dead in the fields the fowl of the sky will eat.’ “
25 But there was none like Ahab who had sold himself to do bad in the eyes of the Lord, that Jezebel his wife instigated him.
26 And he very abominably went after idols, like all that the Amorites had done, whom the Lord had expelled from before the children of Israel.
27 And it was when Ahab heard these words, that he tore his garments and put sackcloth on his flesh and he fasted, and he lay in the sackcloth and walked slowly.
28 And it was the word of the Lord to Elijah the Tishbite saying:
29 “Have you seen that Ahab is submissive to me? Because he has humbled himself before Me, I will not bring the disaster in his days; in the days of his son I will bring the disaster on his house.”

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The Book of Joshua, in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible, narrates the entry of the Children of Israel into the Promised Land of Canaan and their conquest and partition of the land under the leadership of Joshua, as Moses’ successor. It details the Israelites’ miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, the fall of Jericho, the battles of Ai and Gibeon, and the division of the land among the twelve tribes. Joshua resonates with Moses, in which he exhorts the Israelites to remain faithful to G-d and His commandments.
Judges chronicles the history of the Israelites during the period between the conquest of the Land of Israel and the establishment of the monarchy. It contains accounts of the heroic deeds of various judges who led and rescued the Israelites from their enemies. The book also provides valuable insights into the spiritual and moral challenges faced by the Israelites during that time. The cycle of sin is clearly seen in the book of Judges (Shoftim in Hebrew).
The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.
The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.

A known prophetic book in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible is the book of Isaiah (Yeshayahu in Hebrew). It contains the written prophecies during the 8th century BCE throughout his life. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel (the suffering servant) and other nations, the coming of the Messiah, and the establishment of G-d’s kingdom on earth. Isaiah is known for his poetic and eloquent language, and his prophecies have had a profound influence on Jewish and Christian thought throughout history.
The prophecies of the prophet Jeremiah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the coming destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Jeremiah (Yirmiyahu in Hebrew) is known as “The suffering or lamenting prophet,” for his emotional and passionate prophecies, and his book accounts the tragic details as it happens right before his eyes in his lifetime.
The Book of Ezekiel (Yechezkel in Hebrew) contains the prophecies of the prophet Ezekiel, who lived during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Ezekiel is known for his vivid and symbolic prophecies, and his book reveals the key to salvation. That is repentance and righteousness.
The Book of Hosea (Hoshea in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), shares the prophecies of the prophet Hosea, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses themes such as the unfaithfulness of the Israelites, G-d’s judgment and mercy, and the promise of redemption. G-d’s “estranged wife,” is how Israel was identified in this book. Nonetheless, Israel remains G-d’s chosen people despite their sins and shortcomings.
The Book of Joel (Yoel in Hebrew) is another prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Joel, who lived during a time of locust infestation and drought. The empires of Babylonia, Persian, Greeks and Romans are God’s judgment on Israel for their sins; likened to the locusts swarms in succession. Moreover, the coming Day of the Lord, and the restoration of Israel is mentioned as well.
A prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Amos, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses social justice, the condemnation of injustice, and the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins. Amos’s prophecies are known for their powerful and direct language.
The Book of Obadiah (Ovadiah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Obadiah, who lived during the 6th century BCE, primarily addresses the destruction of Edom and the judgment of G-d upon them for their hostility towards Israel. Obadiah’s prophecies are known for its powerful condemnation of Edom’s arrogance and cruelty.
The Book of Jonah (Yonah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible) is a narrative prophetic book that tells the story of the prophet Jonah, who is reluctant to fulfill G-d’s command to prophesy against the city of Nineveh. Instead, Jonah flees to Tarshish, but a great storm arises and the sailors throw Jonah overboard to appease the storm. Jonah is swallowed by a large fish, where he prays to G-d. After three days and three nights, the fish vomits Jonah onto dry land. Jonah then goes to Nineveh and delivers God’s message of repentance, leading to the city’s repentance and God’s mercy. The book highlights matters of God’s sovereignty, mercy, and the importance of obedience.
The Book of Micah (Michah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Micah, who lived during the 8th century BCE during the reigns of the kings of Judah and Israel. Micah’s prophecies address social justice, the condemnation of injustice, the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins, and the promise of a future restoration and redemption. Micah’s prophecies are known for its powerful outlook and emotional intensity.
The Book of Nahum (Nachum in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible).
Prophet Nahum, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book primarily addresses the judgment of G-d upon the city of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian Empire, for its arrogance, cruelty, and violence. Nahum’s prophecies are known for their vivid descriptions of Nineveh’s destruction and their emphasis on G-d’s justice and sovereignty.
The Book of Habakkuk (Chavakuk in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Habakkuk, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses themes such as the suffering of the righteous, the coming judgment of G-d on the wicked, and the assurance of G-d’s ultimate victory. Habakkuk’s prophecies are known for their powerful and poetic language, and his book has been a source of inspiration and comfort to many throughout history.
The Book of Zephaniah (Tzefaniah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zephaniah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The coming judgment of G-d on Judah and Jerusalem for their sins, the destruction of the wicked, and the promise of restoration for the righteous are accounts written in Zephaniah. The book of Zephaniah has been a source of comfort and encouragement for generations of believers.
The Book of Haggai (Chaggai in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Haggai, who lived during the 6th century BCE during the time of the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Haggai’s prophecies focused on encouraging the Jewish people to complete the rebuilding of the Temple, and he emphasized the importance of faith, obedience, and the blessings that would come from serving G-d wholeheartedly.
The Book of Zechariah is a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zechariah, who lived during the 6th century BCE. The rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, the coming of the Messiah, and the ultimate redemption of G-d’s people are important details described in the book. The book of Zechariah mentions the truth about the Jewish people as the people favored by G-d.
Malachi, who lived during the 5th century BCE. The book addresses the corruption of the priesthood, the neglect of religious practices, and the coming judgment of G-d upon those who have strayed from His ways. Emphasis on the importance of faithfulness to G-d and His covenant are topics where the book of Malachi is remembered frequently.
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