And the angel of the LORD said unto Elijah, Go down with him: be not afraid of him. And he arose, and went down with him unto the king.
And the angel of the LORD said to Elijah, 'Go down with him and don't be afraid of him.' So Elijah got up and went down with him to the king.
God's angel reassured Elijah that he could safely go to King Ahaziah without fear, so the prophet obeyed and went.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 2 Kings, King Ahaziah of Israel had sent soldiers to capture the prophet Elijah after he delivered a message of judgment from God for the king's idolatry. Previously, the first two groups of soldiers were consumed by fire from heaven, demonstrating God's powerful protection over Elijah. Now, the angel of the LORD instructs Elijah to go with the third captain without fear, assuring his safety as he approaches the king.
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