1 Kings 13:17

Authorized King James Version

For it was said to me by the word of the LORD, Thou shalt eat no bread nor drink water there, nor turn again to go by the way that thou camest.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

בִּדְבַ֣ר

H1697

For it was said

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

אֵלַי֙

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

בִּדְבַ֣ר

H1697

For it was said

a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause

יְהוָ֔ה

H3068

of the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

לֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

תֹאכַ֣ל

H398

Thou shalt eat

to eat (literally or figuratively)

לֶ֔חֶם

H3899

no bread

food (for man or beast), especially bread, or grain (for making it)

וְלֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#10

תִשְׁתֶּ֥ה

H8354

nor drink

to imbibe (literally or figuratively)

#11

שָׁ֖ם

H8033

there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence

#12

מָ֑יִם

H4325

water

water; figuratively, juice; by euphemism, urine, semen

#13

לֹֽא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#14

תָשׁ֣וּב

H7725

there nor turn again

to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);

#15

הָלַ֥כְתָּ

H1980

that thou camest

to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#16

בַּדֶּ֖רֶךְ

H1870

by the way

a road (as trodden); figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb

#17

אֲשֶׁר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#18

הָלַ֥כְתָּ

H1980

that thou camest

to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#19

בָּֽהּ׃

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Kings. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 1 Kings Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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