1 Kings 13:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For so was it charged me by the word of the LORD, saying, Eat no bread, nor drink water, nor turn again by the same way that thou camest.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

For this is what the LORD commanded me, saying, 'Don't eat any food or drink any water, and don't go back home the same way you came.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is explaining that God gave him very specific instructions about not eating, drinking, or returning by the same route during his mission.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes from the story of an unnamed prophet who was sent by God to confront King Jeroboam at Bethel about his false worship practices. God gave the prophet strict instructions to deliver his message and leave immediately without accepting any hospitality or taking the same path home, emphasizing the urgency and holiness of his mission.

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