And Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet of the LORD besides, that we might enquire of him?
And Jehoshaphat said, 'Isn't there another prophet of the LORD here that we could ask for guidance?'
Jehoshaphat is asking if there's another true prophet of God they can consult, showing he wants to hear from the LORD directly rather than relying on potentially unreliable sources.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Kings 22, King Ahab of Israel and King Jehoshaphat of Judah had formed an alliance to reclaim the city of Ramoth-gilead from the Arameans. Ahab consulted his own prophets who gave favorable prophecies, but Jehoshaphat, seeking true divine guidance, asked for a prophet of the Lord to ensure they heard from God accurately. This reflects the common practice in ancient Israel where kings relied on prophets, but it also underscores the risk of false prophets influencing decisions.
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