Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So Jeroboam’s wife did what he said and went to Ahijah’s house in Shiloh. Now Ahijah could not see; his sight was gone because of his age. New Living Translation So Jeroboam’s wife went to Ahijah’s home at Shiloh. He was an old man now and could no longer see. English Standard Version Jeroboam’s wife did so. She arose and went to Shiloh and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were dim because of his age. Berean Standard Bible Jeroboam’s wife did as instructed; she arose and went to Shiloh and arrived at Ahijah’s house. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were dim because of his age. King James Bible And Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose, and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. But Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were set by reason of his age. New King James Version And Jeroboam’s wife did so; she arose and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. But Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were glazed by reason of his age. New American Standard Bible And Jeroboam’s wife did so, and set out and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see because his eyes were glossy from his old age. NASB 1995 Jeroboam’s wife did so, and arose and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were dim because of his age. NASB 1977 And Jeroboam’s wife did so, and arose and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were dim because of his age. Legacy Standard Bible Then Jeroboam’s wife did so, and arose and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes had set because of his old age. Amplified Bible Jeroboam’s wife did so. She got up and went [twenty miles] to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see, because his eyes were dim from old age. Christian Standard Bible Jeroboam’s wife did that: she went to Shiloh and arrived at Ahijah’s house. Ahijah could not see; he was blind due to his age. Holman Christian Standard Bible Jeroboam’s wife did that: she went to Shiloh and arrived at Ahijah’s house. Ahijah could not see; his gaze was fixed due to his age. American Standard Version And Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose, and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were set by reason of his age. Contemporary English Version She got ready and left for Ahijah's house in Shiloh. Ahijah was now old and blind, English Revised Version And Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose, and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were set by reason of his age. GOD'S WORD® Translation Jeroboam's wife did this. She left, went to Shiloh, and came to the home of Ahijah. Ahijah couldn't see. His eyesight had failed because he was old. Good News Translation So she went to Ahijah's home in Shiloh. Old age had made Ahijah blind. International Standard Version So that's what Jeroboam's wife did. She got up, went to Shiloh, and found Ahijah's home. Ahijah was blind, because his eyes could not focus due to his age. Majority Standard Bible Jeroboam?s wife did as instructed; she arose and went to Shiloh and arrived at Ahijah?s house. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were dim because of his age. NET Bible Jeroboam's wife did as she was told. She went to Shiloh and visited Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see; he had lost his eyesight in his old age. New Heart English Bible Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose, and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were set by reason of his age. Webster's Bible Translation And Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose, and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. But Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were set by reason of his age. World English Bible Jeroboam’s wife did so, and arose and went to Shiloh, and came to Ahijah’s house. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were set by reason of his age. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the wife of Jeroboam does so, and rises, and goes to Shiloh, and enters the house of Ahijah, and Ahijah is not able to see, for his eyes have stood because of his age. Young's Literal Translation And the wife of Jeroboam doth so, and riseth, and goeth to Shiloh, and entereth the house of Ahijah, and Ahijah is not able to see, for his eyes have stood because of his age. Smith's Literal Translation And Jeroboam's wife will do so, and she will rise and go to Shiloh, and she will come into the house of Ahijah. And Ahijah will not be able to see; for his eyes stood from his old age. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleJeroboam's wife did as he told her: and rising up went to Silo, and came to the house of Ahias: but he could not see, for his eyes were dim by reason of his age. Catholic Public Domain Version The wife of Jeroboam did just as he had said. And rising up, she went away to Shiloh. And she arrived at the house of Ahijah. But he was unable to see, because his eyes had dimmed due to old age. New American Bible The wife of Jeroboam did so. She left and went to Shiloh and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see because age had dimmed his sight. New Revised Standard Version Jeroboam’s wife did so; she set out and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were dim because of his age. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. But Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were dim because of his age. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the wife of Yorbaam did so, and she arose and she went to Shiloh, and she entered the house of Akhiah, and Akhiah was unable to see a thing, because his eyes were dull from his age. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose, and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. Now Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were set by reason of his age. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Ahijah's Prophecy Against Jeroboam…3Take with you ten loaves of bread, some cakes, and a jar of honey, and go to him. He will tell you what will become of the boy.” 4Jeroboam’s wife did as instructed; she arose and went to Shiloh and arrived at Ahijah’s house. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were dim because of his age. 5But the LORD had said to Ahijah, “Behold, the wife of Jeroboam is coming to ask you about her son, for he is ill. You are to say such and such to her, because when she arrives, she will be disguised.”… Cross References 1 Samuel 9:9 (Formerly in Israel, a man on his way to inquire of God would say, “Come, let us go to the seer.” For the prophet of today was formerly called the seer.) 2 Kings 4:22-23 And the woman called her husband and said, “Please send me one of the servants and one of the donkeys, that I may go quickly to the man of God and return.” / “Why would you go to him today?” he replied. “It is not a New Moon or a Sabbath.” “Everything is all right,” she said. 1 Samuel 28:6-7 He inquired of the LORD, but the LORD did not answer him by dreams or Urim or prophets. / Then Saul said to his servants, “Find me a woman who is a medium, so I can go and consult her.” “There is a medium at Endor,” his servants replied. 2 Kings 8:7-8 Then Elisha came to Damascus while Ben-hadad king of Aram was sick, and the king was told, “The man of God has come here.” / So the king said to Hazael, “Take a gift in your hand, go to meet the man of God, and inquire of the LORD through him, ‘Will I recover from this illness?’” 1 Kings 11:29-31 During that time, the prophet Ahijah the Shilonite met Jeroboam on the road as he was going out of Jerusalem. Now Ahijah had wrapped himself in a new cloak, and the two of them were alone in the open field. / And Ahijah took hold of the new cloak he was wearing, tore it into twelve pieces, / and said to Jeroboam, “Take ten pieces for yourself, for this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Behold, I will tear the kingdom out of the hand of Solomon, and I will give you ten tribes. 2 Kings 1:2-3 Now Ahaziah had fallen through the lattice of his upper room in Samaria and injured himself. So he sent messengers and instructed them: “Go inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron, whether I will recover from this injury.” / But the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and ask them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are on your way to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’ 1 Samuel 3:20 So all Israel from Dan to Beersheba knew that Samuel was confirmed as a prophet of the LORD. 2 Kings 22:13-14 “Go and inquire of the LORD for me, for the people, and for all Judah concerning the words in this book that has been found. For great is the wrath of the LORD that burns against us because our fathers have not obeyed the words of this book by doing all that is written about us.” / So Hilkiah the priest, Ahikam, Achbor, Shaphan, and Asaiah went and spoke to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum son of Tikvah, the son of Harhas, the keeper of the wardrobe. She lived in Jerusalem, in the Second District. 1 Kings 13:1-3 Suddenly, as Jeroboam was standing beside the altar to burn incense, there came a man of God from Judah to Bethel by the word of the LORD. / And he cried out against the altar by the word of the LORD, “O altar, O altar, this is what the LORD says: ‘A son named Josiah will be born to the house of David, and upon you he will sacrifice the priests of the high places who burn incense upon you, and human bones will be burned upon you.’” / That day the man of God gave a sign, saying, “The LORD has spoken this sign: ‘Surely the altar will be split apart, and the ashes upon it will be poured out.’” 2 Chronicles 18:4-7 But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “Please inquire first for the word of the LORD.” / So the king of Israel assembled the prophets, four hundred men, and asked them, “Should we go to war against Ramoth-gilead, or should we refrain?” “Go up,” they replied, “and God will deliver it into the hand of the king.” / But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there not still a prophet of the LORD here of whom we can inquire?” ... Matthew 11:9 What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. John 4:19 “Sir,” the woman said, “I see that You are a prophet. Acts 13:1 Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch), and Saul. Matthew 14:5 Although Herod wanted to kill John, he was afraid of the people, because they regarded John as a prophet. Luke 7:26 What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. Treasury of Scripture And Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose, and went to Shiloh, and came to the house of Ahijah. But Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were set by reason of his age. Shiloh 1 Kings 11:29 And it came to pass at that time when Jeroboam went out of Jerusalem, that the prophet Ahijah the Shilonite found him in the way; and he had clad himself with a new garment; and they two were alone in the field: Joshua 18:1 And the whole congregation of the children of Israel assembled together at Shiloh, and set up the tabernacle of the congregation there. And the land was subdued before them. 1 Samuel 4:3,4 And when the people were come into the camp, the elders of Israel said, Wherefore hath the LORD smitten us to day before the Philistines? Let us fetch the ark of the covenant of the LORD out of Shiloh unto us, that, when it cometh among us, it may save us out of the hand of our enemies… for his eyes Genesis 27:1 And it came to pass, that when Isaac was old, and his eyes were dim, so that he could not see, he called Esau his eldest son, and said unto him, My son: and he said unto him, Behold, here am I. Genesis 48:10 Now the eyes of Israel were dim for age, so that he could not see. And he brought them near unto him; and he kissed them, and embraced them. Deuteronomy 34:7 And Moses was an hundred and twenty years old when he died: his eye was not dim, nor his natural force abated. Jump to Previous Able Age Ahijah Ahi'jah Ahijah's Dim Entereth Eyes House Jeroboam Jeroboam's Jerobo'am's Reason Riseth Shiloh Sight Stood Unable WifeJump to Next Able Age Ahijah Ahi'jah Ahijah's Dim Entereth Eyes House Jeroboam Jeroboam's Jerobo'am's Reason Riseth Shiloh Sight Stood Unable Wife1 Kings 14 1. Abijah being sick, 2. Jeroboam sends his wife, disguised, with presents to the prophet Ahijah 5. Ahijah forewarned by God, denounces God's judgment 17. Abijah dies, and is buried 19. Nadab succeeds Jeroboam 21. Rehoboam's wicked reign, 25. Shishak raids Jerusalem 29. Abijam succeeds Rehoboam Jeroboam’s wife did as instructed; Jeroboam's wife followed her husband's command to seek out the prophet Ahijah. This reflects the patriarchal structure of ancient Israelite society, where women often acted under the direction of their husbands. Jeroboam, the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel, sought divine insight through Ahijah, who had previously prophesied his rise to power (1 Kings 11:29-31). This action underscores the belief in prophetic authority and the desire for divine guidance in times of crisis. she arose and went to Shiloh and arrived at Ahijah’s house. Now Ahijah could not see, for his eyes were dim because of his age. Persons / Places / Events 1. JeroboamThe first king of the northern kingdom of Israel after the division of the united monarchy. He is known for leading Israel into idolatry. 2. Jeroboam’s Wife She is sent by Jeroboam to the prophet Ahijah to inquire about the fate of their sick son. 3. Ahijah A prophet of the Lord who previously prophesied that Jeroboam would become king. Despite his blindness, he receives a message from God regarding Jeroboam's family. 4. Shiloh A significant religious site in Israel where the tabernacle was located before the temple was built in Jerusalem. It is the location of Ahijah’s residence. 5. The Event Jeroboam’s wife disguises herself to seek a prophetic word from Ahijah concerning her son’s illness, highlighting themes of deception and divine revelation. Teaching Points The Consequences of DisobedienceJeroboam’s actions led to idolatry and disobedience, resulting in divine judgment. This serves as a warning about the long-term effects of turning away from God. God’s Omniscience Despite human attempts at deception, God sees all and reveals truth through His prophets. This reminds us of the futility of trying to hide from God. The Role of Prophets Prophets in the Bible often deliver difficult truths. We should be open to receiving God’s messages, even when they challenge us. Spiritual Insight vs. Physical Sight Ahijah’s account teaches that spiritual insight is more important than physical sight. We should seek to develop our spiritual discernment. Faithfulness in Adversity Ahijah remains faithful in delivering God’s message despite his blindness and the potential danger from Jeroboam’s family. We are called to be faithful in our own challenges.(4) Were set.--The same word is rendered "were dim" in 1Samuel 4:15. The metaphor is evidently drawn from the solid opaque look of the iris, when affected by cataract or some similar disease.Verse 4. - And Jeroboam's wife did so, and arose, and went to Shiloh, and came [probably on the second day] to the house of Ahijah. But [rather Now] Ahijah could not see; for his eyes were set [Heb. stood. Same word as in 1 Samuel 4:15. Cf. Genesis 27:1. In amaurosis the pupil is set, and does not contract with the light. A partial paralysis of the optic nerve is common in extreme old age] by reason of his age. [Heb. for hoariness, i.e. old age.] Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Jeroboam’sיָרָבְעָ֔ם (yā·rā·ḇə·‘ām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3379: Jeroboam -- 'the people increase', the name of two Israelites kings wife אֵ֣שֶׁת (’ê·šeṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female did וַתַּ֤עַשׂ (wat·ta·‘aś) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make as [instructed]; כֵּן֙ (kên) Adverb Strong's 3651: So -- thus she arose וַתָּ֙קָם֙ (wat·tā·qām) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand and went וַתֵּ֣לֶךְ (wat·tê·leḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk to Shiloh שִׁלֹ֔ה (ši·lōh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7887: Shiloh -- a city in Ephraim and arrived וַתָּבֹ֖א (wat·tā·ḇō) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go at Ahijah’s אֲחִיָּ֑ה (’ă·ḥî·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 281: Ahijah -- 'brother of Yah', an Israelite name house. בֵּ֣ית (bêṯ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house Now Ahijah וַאֲחִיָּ֙הוּ֙ (wa·’ă·ḥî·yā·hū) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 281: Ahijah -- 'brother of Yah', an Israelite name could יָכֹ֣ל (yā·ḵōl) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3201: To be able, have power not לֹֽא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no see, לִרְא֔וֹת (lir·’ō·wṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 7200: To see for כִּ֛י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction his eyes עֵינָ֖יו (‘ê·nāw) Noun - cdc | third person masculine singular Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain were dim קָ֥מוּ (qā·mū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand because of his age. מִשֵּׂיבֽוֹ׃ (miś·śê·ḇōw) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7869: (hoary) age Links 1 Kings 14:4 NIV1 Kings 14:4 NLT 1 Kings 14:4 ESV 1 Kings 14:4 NASB 1 Kings 14:4 KJV 1 Kings 14:4 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 14:4 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 14:4 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 14:4 French Bible 1 Kings 14:4 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 14:4 Jeroboam's wife did so and arose (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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