1 Kings 19:7
New International Version
The angel of the LORD came back a second time and touched him and said, “Get up and eat, for the journey is too much for you.”

New Living Translation
Then the angel of the LORD came again and touched him and said, “Get up and eat some more, or the journey ahead will be too much for you.”

English Standard Version
And the angel of the LORD came again a second time and touched him and said, “Arise and eat, for the journey is too great for you.”

Berean Standard Bible
A second time the angel of the LORD returned and touched him, saying, “Get up and eat, or the journey will be too much for you.”

King James Bible
And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat; because the journey is too great for thee.

New King James Version
And the angel of the LORD came back the second time, and touched him, and said, “Arise and eat, because the journey is too great for you.”

New American Standard Bible
But the angel of the LORD came back a second time and touched him, and said, “Arise, eat; because the journey is too long for you.”

NASB 1995
The angel of the LORD came again a second time and touched him and said, “Arise, eat, because the journey is too great for you.”

NASB 1977
And the angel of the LORD came again a second time and touched him and said, “Arise, eat, because the journey is too great for you.”

Legacy Standard Bible
And the angel of Yahweh came again a second time and touched him and said, “Arise, eat, because the journey is too great for you.”

Amplified Bible
Then the angel of the LORD came again a second time and touched him and said, “Get up, and eat, for the journey is too long for you [without adequate sustenance].”

Christian Standard Bible
Then the angel of the LORD returned for a second time and touched him. He said, “Get up and eat, or the journey will be too much for you.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then the angel of the LORD returned for a second time and touched him. He said, “Get up and eat, or the journey will be too much for you.”

American Standard Version
And the angel of Jehovah came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat, because the journey is too great for thee.

Contemporary English Version
Soon the LORD's angel woke him again and said, "Get up and eat, or else you'll get too tired to travel."

English Revised Version
And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat; because the journey is too great for thee.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The angel of the LORD came back and woke him up again. The angel said, "Get up and eat, or your journey will be too much for you."

Good News Translation
The LORD's angel returned and woke him up a second time, saying, "Get up and eat, or the trip will be too much for you."

International Standard Version
Later, the angel of the LORD came a second time, grabbed him, and said "Get up! Eat! The journey ahead is too difficult for you!"

Majority Standard Bible
A second time the angel of the LORD returned and touched him, saying, “Get up and eat, or the journey will be too much for you.”

NET Bible
The LORD's angelic messenger came back again, touched him, and said, "Get up and eat, for otherwise you won't be able to make the journey."

New Heart English Bible
The angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, "Arise and eat, because the journey is too great for you."

Webster's Bible Translation
And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat, because the journey is too great for thee.

World English Bible
Yahweh’s angel came again the second time, and touched him, and said, “Arise and eat, because the journey is too great for you.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the messenger of YHWH turns back a second time, and is reaching toward him, and says, “Rise, eat, for the way is too great for you”;

Young's Literal Translation
And the messenger of Jehovah turneth back a second time, and cometh against him, and saith, 'Rise, eat, for the way is too great for thee;'

Smith's Literal Translation
And the messenger of Jehovah will turn back the second time, and he will touch upon him, and say, Arise, eat, for much for thee the way.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the angel of the Lord came again the second time, and touched him, and said to him: Arise, eat: for thou hast yet a great way to go.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the Angel of the Lord returned a second time, and touched him, and said to him: “Rise up, eat. For a great journey again stands before you.”

New American Bible
but the angel of the LORD came back a second time, touched him, and said, “Get up and eat or the journey will be too much for you!”

New Revised Standard Version
The angel of the LORD came a second time, touched him, and said, “Get up and eat, otherwise the journey will be too much for you.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the angel of the LORD came again the second time and touched him and said, Arise, eat and drink; because the journey is too great for you.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the Angel of LORD JEHOVAH returned the second time; he came to him and said: “Arise, eat and drink, because the way is too much for you.”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said: 'Arise and eat; because the journey is too great for thee.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the angel of the Lord returned again, and touched him, and said to him, Arise, and eat, for the journey is far from thee.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Elijah Flees From Jezebel
6And he looked around, and there by his head was a cake of bread baked over hot coals, and a jar of water. So he ate and drank and lay down again. 7A second time the angel of the LORD returned and touched him, saying, “Get up and eat, or the journey will be too much for you.” 8So he got up and ate and drank. And strengthened by that food, he walked forty days and forty nights until he reached Horeb, the mountain of God.…

Cross References
Exodus 23:20
Behold, I am sending an angel before you to protect you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared.

Psalm 91:11
For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.

Matthew 4:11
Then the devil left Him, and angels came and ministered to Him.

Hebrews 1:14
Are not the angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?

Genesis 28:12
And Jacob had a dream about a ladder that rested on the earth with its top reaching up to heaven, and God’s angels were going up and down the ladder.

Daniel 6:22
My God sent His angel and shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, for I was found innocent in His sight, and I have done no wrong against you, O king.”

Luke 22:43
Then an angel from heaven appeared to Him and strengthened Him.

Acts 12:7
Suddenly an angel of the Lord appeared and a light shone in the cell. He tapped Peter on the side and woke him up, saying, “Get up quickly.” And the chains fell off his wrists.

Psalm 34:7
The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear Him, and he delivers them.

Matthew 18:10
See that you do not look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven.

Judges 6:11-12
Then the angel of the LORD came and sat down under the oak in Ophrah that belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, where his son Gideon was threshing wheat in a winepress to hide it from the Midianites. / And the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon and said, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.”

Zechariah 1:9-11
“What are these, my lord?” I asked. And the angel who was speaking with me replied, “I will show you what they are.” / Then the man standing among the myrtle trees explained, “They are the ones the LORD has sent to patrol the earth.” / And the riders answered the angel of the LORD who was standing among the myrtle trees, “We have patrolled the earth, and behold, all the earth is at rest and tranquil.”

Revelation 22:6
Then the angel said to me, “These words are faithful and true. The Lord, the God of the spirits of the prophets, has sent His angel to show His servants what must soon take place.”

Genesis 21:17
Then God heard the voice of the boy, and the angel of God called to Hagar from heaven, “What is wrong, Hagar? Do not be afraid, for God has heard the voice of the boy where he lies.

Acts 27:23-24
For just last night an angel of the God to whom I belong and whom I serve stood beside me / and said, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul; you must stand before Caesar. And look, God has granted you the lives of all who sail with you.’


Treasury of Scripture

And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat; because the journey is too great for you.

the angel

1 Kings 19:5
And as he lay and slept under a juniper tree, behold, then an angel touched him, and said unto him, Arise and eat.

because the journey

Deuteronomy 33:25
Thy shoes shall be iron and brass; and as thy days, so shall thy strength be.

Psalm 103:13,14
Like as a father pitieth his children, so the LORD pitieth them that fear him…

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1 Kings 19
1. Elijah, threatened by Jezebel, flees to Beersheba
4. In the desert, being weary of his life, he is comforted by an angel
9. At Horeb God appears unto him, sending him to anoint Hazael, Jehu, and Elisha
19. Elisha, taking leave of his friends, follows Elijah














Then the angel of the LORD
The phrase "angel of the LORD" is significant in the Old Testament, often indicating a divine messenger with a special commission from God. The Hebrew word for "angel" is "mal'ak," which means "messenger." This particular angel is not just any messenger but is often seen as a theophany, a visible manifestation of God Himself. In the context of Elijah's story, this divine intervention underscores God's intimate involvement in the lives of His prophets, providing guidance and sustenance in times of need.

returned a second time
The repetition of the angel's visit highlights God's persistent care and attention to Elijah's needs. The Hebrew word for "returned" is "shuv," which can also mean "to turn back" or "to restore." This suggests a restorative action, emphasizing God's commitment to restoring Elijah's strength and spirit. The "second time" indicates that God’s provision is not a one-time event but a continuous process, reflecting His enduring faithfulness.

and touched him
The act of touching is deeply personal and conveys a sense of compassion and care. In Hebrew, "naga" means "to touch" or "to reach." This physical touch from the angel signifies God's tangible presence and His willingness to meet Elijah's physical and emotional needs. It is a reminder that God is not distant but is actively involved in the lives of His people, offering comfort and reassurance.

saying, 'Get up and eat
The command "Get up and eat" is both practical and symbolic. The Hebrew word for "get up" is "qum," which means "to arise" or "to stand." This is a call to action, urging Elijah to prepare for what lies ahead. "Eat" in Hebrew is "akal," emphasizing the necessity of physical nourishment. Spiritually, this command reflects the importance of being sustained by God's provision, both physically and spiritually, to fulfill His purposes.

for the journey is too much for you
This phrase acknowledges Elijah's human limitations and the enormity of the task before him. The Hebrew word for "journey" is "derek," meaning "way" or "path." It signifies not just a physical journey but also a spiritual one. The acknowledgment that the journey is "too much" underscores the need for divine assistance. It is a humbling reminder that in our own strength, we are insufficient, but with God's help, we can accomplish what seems impossible. This reflects the broader biblical theme of reliance on God's strength rather than our own.

Verse 7. - And the angel of the Lord came again the second time, and touched him [i.e., to awaken him. It was the food was to strengthen him], and said, Arise and eat [Probably he had eaten but little the first time, for sorrow and weariness]; because the journey is too great for thee. [The LXX. ὅτι πολλὴ ἀπὸ σοῦ ἡ ὁδός and the Vulgate grandis enim tibi restat via, which Bahr follows, seem hardly so true to the Hebrew idiom as the A.V. rendering. Keil cites Vatablus, iter est majus quam pro viribus tuis. It is very improbable that (Rawlinson al.) the journey to Horeb was now suggested to him for the first time by the angel.]

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
A second [time]
שֵׁנִית֙ (šê·nîṯ)
Number - ordinal feminine singular
Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number)

the angel
מַלְאַ֨ךְ (mal·’aḵ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4397: A messenger, of God, an angel

of the LORD
יְהוָ֤ה ׀ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

returned
וַיָּשָׁב֩ (way·yā·šāḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again

and touched
וַיִּגַּע־ (way·yig·ga‘-)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5060: To touch, lay the hand upon, to reach, violently, to strike

him,
בּ֔וֹ (bōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

saying,
וַיֹּ֖אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

“Get up
ק֣וּם (qūm)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand

and eat,
אֱכֹ֑ל (’ĕ·ḵōl)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 398: To eat

or the journey
הַדָּֽרֶךְ׃ (had·dā·reḵ)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

will be too much
רַ֥ב (raḇ)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7227: Much, many, great

for you.”
מִמְּךָ֖ (mim·mə·ḵā)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of


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