KJV ORIGINAL
And the king of Israel went to his house heavy and displeased, and came to Samaria.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And the king of Israel went home feeling troubled and angry, and he arrived in Samaria.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is showing us King Ahab returning home in a dark mood, weighed down by disappointment and frustration.
📚 Historical Context
In the 9th century BC, King Ahab of Israel was involved in ongoing conflicts with the Arameans, including a recent battle where God had promised victory through His prophets. After defeating the Arameans, Ahab chose to spare the enemy king instead of fully obeying God's command to destroy him, which was delivered as a warning through a prophet. This act of disobedience left Ahab in a state of deep frustration as he returned to his palace in Samaria.
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