1 Kings 22:5

And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Enquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD to day.

King James Version
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Other Translations for 1 Kings 22:5

BSB
But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, "Please inquire first for the word of the LORD."
AKJV
And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray you, at the word of the LORD to day.
CPDV
And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel: "As I am, so also are you. My people and your people are one. And my horsemen are your horsemen." And Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "I beg you to inquire today of the word of the Lord."
ERV
And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Inquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD today.
NHEB
Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "Please inquire first for the word of the LORD."
SMT
And Jehoshaphat will say to the king of Israel, Seek now, according to the day, the word of Jehovah.

Commentary for 1 Kings 22:5

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Overview of 1 Kings 22:5
Summary
Ruler requests divine consultation before battle
Place
Israel
Event
Request for divine inquiry
Estimated Time Period
c. 870 BC
Category
Narrative