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And all the prophets gave the same message, saying, 'Go up and attack Ramoth Gilead, and you will succeed! The LORD will give you victory and put the city into your hands.'
The writer is showing how all the false prophets told King Ahab exactly what he wanted to hear - that God would give him victory in battle.
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King James Version · EnglishAnd all the prophets prophesied so, saying, Go up to Ramothgilead, and prosper: for the LORD shall deliver it into the king’s hand.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the biblical account of 1 Kings, King Ahab of Israel was seeking counsel from his prophets before going to war against the Arameans to reclaim the city of Ramoth Gilead. These prophets, who were often aligned with the king's interests, gave unanimous and overly optimistic predictions of victory to please him. This episode reflects the broader historical tension in ancient Israel between true prophetic voices and those influenced by political pressures.