1 Kings 17:13
And Elijah said unto her, Fear not; go and do as thou hast said: but make me thereof a little cake first, and bring it unto me, and after make for thee and for thy son.
Original Language Analysis
אֵֽלִיָּ֙הוּ֙
And Elijah
H452
אֵֽלִיָּ֙הוּ֙
And Elijah
Strong's:
H452
Word #:
3 of 21
elijah, the name of the famous prophet and of two other israelites
אַל
H408
אַל
Strong's:
H408
Word #:
4 of 21
not (the qualified negation, used as a deprecative); once (job 24:25) as a noun, nothing
תִּ֣ירְאִ֔י
unto her Fear
H3372
תִּ֣ירְאִ֔י
unto her Fear
Strong's:
H3372
Word #:
5 of 21
to fear; morally to revere; causatively to frighten
תַּֽעֲשִׂ֖י
and do
H6213
תַּֽעֲשִׂ֖י
and do
Strong's:
H6213
Word #:
7 of 21
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
כִדְבָרֵ֑ךְ
as thou hast said
H1697
כִדְבָרֵ֑ךְ
as thou hast said
Strong's:
H1697
Word #:
8 of 21
a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
אַ֣ךְ
H389
תַּֽעֲשִׂ֖י
and do
H6213
תַּֽעֲשִׂ֖י
and do
Strong's:
H6213
Word #:
10 of 21
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
מִ֠שָּׁם
me thereof
H8033
מִ֠שָּׁם
me thereof
Strong's:
H8033
Word #:
12 of 21
there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence
קְטַנָּ֤ה
a little
H6996
קְטַנָּ֤ה
a little
Strong's:
H6996
Word #:
14 of 21
abbreviated, i.e., diminutive, literally (in quantity, size or number) or figuratively (in age or importance)
בָרִֽאשֹׁנָה֙
first
H7223
בָרִֽאשֹׁנָה֙
first
Strong's:
H7223
Word #:
15 of 21
first, in place, time or rank (as adjective or noun)
וְהוֹצֵ֣אתְ
and bring
H3318
וְהוֹצֵ֣אתְ
and bring
Strong's:
H3318
Word #:
16 of 21
to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim
וְלִבְנֵ֔ךְ
for thee and for thy son
H1121
וְלִבְנֵ֔ךְ
for thee and for thy son
Strong's:
H1121
Word #:
19 of 21
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
Cross References
Matthew 6:33But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.Malachi 3:10Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.Isaiah 41:13For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.Acts 27:24Saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must be brought before Caesar: and, lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with thee.Proverbs 3:9Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:Exodus 14:13And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever.Matthew 28:5And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified.2 Kings 6:16And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them.2 Chronicles 20:17Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the LORD will be with you.1 Peter 1:7That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:
Historical Context
First Kings was written during or after the Babylonian exile (6th century BCE), reflecting on the monarchy period (10th-9th centuries BCE) to explain why the kingdoms fell. Elijah's ministry (c. 860-850 BCE) occurred during Ahab's reign, a time of intense spiritual crisis in Israel.
Ancient Near Eastern kingship ideology viewed kings as divine representatives responsible for maintaining cosmic order through right worship. Archaeological discoveries from sites like Megiddo, Hazor, and Samaria confirm the historical reliability of 1 Kings' descriptions of building projects and administrative structures.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this passage illustrate the importance of complete obedience to God's word without compromise?
- What does Elijah's ministry reveal about God's character and His commitment to His covenant people?
- How does this verse point toward or prepare for the coming of Christ and His eternal kingdom?
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Analysis & Commentary
And Elijah said unto her, Fear not; go and do as thou hast said: but make me thereof a little cake first, and bring it unto me, and after make for thee and for thy son.
This verse contributes to the broader narrative of elijah and the drought, within the book's focus on prophetic ministry of Elijah confronting Baalism. The prophetic office represents God's faithful witness even in apostasy, calling His people back to covenant faithfulness.
The Hebrew text reveals nuances important for understanding this passage's contribution to 1 Kings' theological message about kingship, covenant, and faithfulness to Yahweh. This verse demonstrates the consequences when God's people—especially their leaders—either follow or forsake the covenant established at Sinai.