Then the word of the Lord came to him, saying,
Parallel translations
- WEB Yahweh’s word came to him, saying,
- KJV And the word of the LORD came unto him, saying,
- BSB Then the word of the LORD came to Elijah:
- NASB Then the word of the Lord came to him, saying,
- NLT Then the Lord said to Elijah,
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Quick answer
God again speaks to Elijah, directing him to his next place of refuge and provision.
Overview
When the brook fails, the Lord's word comes once more to guide Elijah onward. This renewed direction shows that God's provision is tied to ongoing obedience to His revealed will. It reassures the prophet, and the reader, that the God who began to provide will continue to do so by His word.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 4
- Gen 22:14Abraham called the name of that place Yahweh Will Provide. As it is said to this day, “On Yahweh’s mountain, it will be provided.”
- 1 Kgs 17:2Then Yahweh’s word came to him, saying,
- Heb 13:6So that with good courage we say, “The Lord is my helper. I will not fear. What can man do to me?”
- Isa 41:17The poor and needy seek water, and there is none. Their tongue fails for thirst. I, Yahweh, will answer them. I, the God of Israel, will not forsake them.
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