2 Chronicles 18:4 web — Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "Please inquire first for the word of Yahweh."

World English Bible

"Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "Please inquire first for the word of Yahweh.""

— 2 Chronicles 18:4, World English Bible

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2 Chronicles 18 — Context

1

Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honor in abundance; and he joined affinity with Ahab.

2

After certain years he went down to Ahab to Samaria. Ahab killed sheep and cattle for him in abundance, and for the people who were with him, and moved him to go up [with him] to Ramoth Gilead.

3

Ahab king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat king of Judah, "Will you go with me to Ramoth Gilead?" He answered him, "I am as you are, and my people as your people. We will be with you in the war."

4

Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "Please inquire first for the word of Yahweh."

5

Then the king of Israel gathered the prophets together, four hundred men, and said to them, "Shall we go to Ramoth Gilead to battle, or shall I forbear?" They said, "Go up; for God will deliver it into the hand of the king."

6

But Jehoshaphat said, "Isn't there here a prophet of Yahweh besides, that we may inquire of him?"

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The king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, "There is yet one man by whom we may inquire of Yahweh; but I hate him, for he never prophesies good concerning me, but always evil. He is Micaiah the son of Imla." Jehoshaphat said, "Don't let the king say so."

2 Chronicles 18:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 18:4 say?
2 Chronicles 18:4 in the World English Bible reads: “Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "Please inquire first for the word of Yahweh."”
Where is 2 Chronicles 18:4 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 18:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 18, verse 4.
Who wrote 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 2 Chronicles about?
2 Chronicles narrates Solomon's reign and the kings of Judah down to the exile, with particular emphasis on the temple and faithful worship. It ends with Cyrus's decree authorizing the return — a note of hope for a people just home from Babylon.
What are the major themes of 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles explores themes including Temple, Worship, Faithful Kings, Reform, Return. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Chronicles 18:4.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 18:4 in?
2 Chronicles 18:4 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Chronicles 18:4?
2 Chronicles 18:4 reads (WEB): “Jehoshaphat said to the king of Israel, "Please inquire first for the word of Yahweh."” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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