KJV ORIGINAL
And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Enquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD to day.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, 'Please, let's ask for the LORD's guidance today.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jehoshaphat is urging the king of Israel to seek God's direction before making important decisions.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Kings 22, King Ahab of Israel and King Jehoshaphat of Judah were forming an alliance to battle the Arameans for control of Ramoth Gilead. Jehoshaphat, a king who sought to follow God, insisted that they consult a prophet to hear from the Lord before proceeding with their plans. This reflects the ancient Israelite practice of seeking divine guidance through prophets to ensure decisions aligned with God's will.
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