BBE Image Bible : Scripture in Images 1 Kings 22:38
38. And the war-carriage was washed by the pool of Samaria, which was the bathing-place of the loose women, and the dogs were drinking his blood there, as the Lord had said.
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Summary: 1 Kings 22 recounts the events surrounding the demise of King Ahab of Israel and the prophetic warnings leading up to it. The chapter opens with a notable alliance formed between Ahab and Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, to wage war against the Arameans. Jehoshaphat seeks to consult a prophet of the Lord, leading to the summoning of 400 prophets who predominantly give favorable advice, but Jehoshaphat is uneasy and asks for a true prophet. Micaiah, the prophet of the Lord, eventually comes forward and provides a starkly different message, foretelling Ahab's defeat and death. Despite the King's initial reluctance to hear Micaiah's prophecy due to his previous negativity, it becomes clear that this message is the truth. In a dramatic turn, Ahab disregards the warning and chooses to go into battle, leading to his death as foretold. This chapter highlights themes of divine sovereignty, the consequences of disobedience, and the importance of prophetic truth. It illustrates the contrast between those who seek reassurance in favorable speech versus the difficult truth from God. Ultimately, Micaiah's prophecy and its fulfillment serve as a powerful testament to the reliability of God’s word, urging readers to heed the warnings and counsel rooted in divine wisdom.
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