And now thou sayest, Go, tell thy lord, Behold, Elijah is here.
And now you're telling me, 'Go tell your master that Elijah is here.'
Obadiah is expressing his concern about having to report Elijah's location to King Ahab.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Kings 18, the prophet Elijah is confronting the idolatry promoted by King Ahab and Queen Jezebel in ancient Israel, where Baal worship had become widespread under their rule. Obadiah, a devout believer who served as a high official in Ahab's court, encounters Elijah during a time of severe drought that God had sent as judgment for the nation's unfaithfulness. This verse captures Obadiah's reluctance as Elijah instructs him to inform Ahab of his presence, highlighting the tension between loyalty to God and the dangers of serving a idolatrous king.
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