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class="vheadingv">Verse<a href="/bsb/1_kings/17.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/1_kings/17.htm">New International Version</a> Then the woman said to Elijah, &#8220Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is the truth.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/1_kings/17.htm">New Living Translation</a> Then the woman told Elijah, “Now I know for sure that you are a man of God, and that the LORD truly speaks through you.” <a href="/esv/1_kings/17.htm">English Standard Version</a> And the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.” <a href="/bsb/1_kings/17.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is truth.” <a href="/kjv/1_kings/17.htm">King James Bible</a> And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in thy mouth is truth. <a href="/nkjv/1_kings/17.htm">New King James Version</a> Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now by this I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is the truth.” <a href="/nasb_/1_kings/17.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.” <a href="/nasb/1_kings/17.htm">NASB 1995</a> Then the woman said to Elijah, &#8220Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/1_kings/17.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.” <a href="/lsb/1_kings/17.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know this: that you are a man of God and that the word of Yahweh in your mouth is truth.” <a href="/amp/1_kings/17.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.” <a href="/csb/1_kings/17.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Then the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know you are a man of God and the LORD’s word from your mouth is true.” <a href="/hcsb/1_kings/17.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Then the woman said to Elijah, &#8220Now I know you are a man of God and the LORD&#8217s word from your mouth is true.&#8221 <a href="/asv/1_kings/17.htm">American Standard Version</a> And the woman said to Elijah, Now I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of Jehovah in thy mouth is truth. <a href="/cev/1_kings/17.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> "You are God's prophet!" the woman replied. "Now I know that you really do speak for the LORD." <a href="/erv/1_kings/17.htm">English Revised Version</a> And the woman said to Elijah, Now I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in thy mouth is truth. <a href="/gwt/1_kings/17.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> The woman said to Elijah, "Now I'm convinced that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is true." <a href="/gnt/1_kings/17.htm">Good News Translation</a> She answered, "Now I know that you are a man of God and that the LORD really speaks through you!" <a href="/isv/1_kings/17.htm">International Standard Version</a> The woman responded to Elijah, "Now at last I've really learned that you are a man of God and that what you have to say about the LORD is the truth." <a href="/msb/1_kings/17.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Then the woman said to Elijah, ?Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is truth.? <a href="/net/1_kings/17.htm">NET Bible</a> The woman said to Elijah, "Now I know that you are a prophet and that the LORD really does speak through you." <a href="/nheb/1_kings/17.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And the woman said to Elijah, "Now I know that you are a man of God and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is the truth." <a href="/wbt/1_kings/17.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in thy mouth is truth. <a href="/web/1_kings/17.htm">World English Bible</a> The woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that Yahweh’s word in your mouth is truth.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_kings/17.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And the woman says to Elijah, “Now [by] this I have known that you [are] a man of God, and the word of YHWH in your mouth [is] truth.” <a href="/ylt/1_kings/17.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And the woman saith unto Elijah, 'Now, this I have known, that a man of God thou art, and the word of Jehovah in thy mouth is truth.' <a href="/slt/1_kings/17.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And the woman will say to Elijah, Now this I know that thou a man of God, and the word of Jehovah in thy mouth, truth.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_kings/17.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And the woman said to Elias: Now, by this I know that thou art a man of God, and the word of the Lord in thy mouth is true. <a href="/cpdv/1_kings/17.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And the woman said to Elijah: “By this, I now realize that you are a man of God, and that the word of the Lord in your mouth is true.” <a href="/nabre/1_kings/17.htm">New American Bible</a> The woman said to Elijah, “Now indeed I know that you are a man of God, and it is truly the word of the LORD that you speak.” <a href="/nrsvce/1_kings/17.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> So the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_kings/17.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And the woman said to Elijah, Now I know that you are a prophet of God and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth. <a href="/hpbt/1_kings/17.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And she said: “Now I know that you are a Prophet of God, and the word of LORD JEHOVAH is in your mouth in truth!” <div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/1_kings/17.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> And the woman said to Elijah: 'Now I know that thou art a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in thy mouth is truth.' <a href="/sep/1_kings/17.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And the woman said to Eliu, Behold, I know that thou art a man of God, and the word of the Lord in thy mouth is true. <a href="/parallel/1_kings/17-24.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xx9A0AxPaoQ?start=6924" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/1_kings/17.htm">Elijah Raises the Widow's Son</a> …23Then Elijah took the child, brought him down from the upper room into the house, and gave him to his mother. “Look, your son is alive,” Elijah declared. 24<a href="/hebrew/802.htm" title="802: hā·’iš·šāh (Art:: N-fs) -- Woman, wife, female. Feminine of 'iysh or 'enowsh; irregular plural, nashiym; a woman.">Then the woman</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: wat·tō·mer (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">said</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’el- (Prep) -- To, into, towards. ">to</a> <a href="/hebrew/452.htm" title="452: ’ê·lî·yā·hū (N-proper-ms) -- Or prolonged teliyahuw; from 'el and Yahh; God of Jehovah; Elijah, the name of the famous prophet and of two other Israelites.">Elijah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6258.htm" title="6258: ‘at·tāh (Adv) -- Now. From eth; at this time, whether adverb, conjunction or expletive.">“Now</a> <a href="/hebrew/2088.htm" title="2088: zeh (Pro-ms) -- This, here. A primitive word; the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3045.htm" title="3045: yā·ḏa‘·tî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- A primitive root; to know; used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially.">I know</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">that</a> <a href="/hebrew/859.htm" title="859: ’āt·tāh (Pro-2ms) -- You (masc. sing.). ">you</a> <a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: ’îš (N-msc) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term.">are a man</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">of God</a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: ū·ḏə·ḇar- (Conj-w:: N-msc) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">and that the word</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">of the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/6310.htm" title="6310: bə·p̄î·ḵā (Prep-b:: N-msc:: 2ms) -- Mouth. From pa'ah; the mouth, whether literal or figurative; specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially according to.">from your mouth</a> <a href="/hebrew/571.htm" title="571: ’ĕ·meṯ (N-fs) -- Firmness, faithfulness, truth. Contracted from 'aman; stability; certainty, truth, trustworthiness.">is truth.”</a> <div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/luke/7-16.htm">Luke 7:16</a> A sense of awe swept over all of them, and they glorified God. “A great prophet has appeared among us!” they said. “God has visited His people!” <a href="/john/11-27.htm">John 11:27</a> “Yes, Lord,” she answered, “I believe that You are the Christ, the Son of God, who was to come into the world.” <a href="/matthew/16-16.htm">Matthew 16:16</a> Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” <a href="/john/6-14.htm">John 6:14</a> When the people saw the sign that Jesus had performed, they began to say, “Truly this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.” <a href="/john/20-31.htm">John 20:31</a> But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name. <a href="/hebrews/1-1.htm">Hebrews 1:1-2</a> On many past occasions and in many different ways, God spoke to our fathers through the prophets. / But in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, and through whom He made the universe. <a href="/acts/2-22.htm">Acts 2:22</a> Men of Israel, listen to this message: Jesus of Nazareth was a man certified by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know. <a href="/john/3-2.htm">John 3:2</a> He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs You are doing if God were not with him.” <a href="/matthew/14-33.htm">Matthew 14:33</a> Then those who were in the boat worshiped Him, saying, “Truly You are the Son of God!” <a href="/john/4-19.htm">John 4:19</a> “Sir,” the woman said, “I see that You are a prophet. <a href="/2_kings/4-9.htm">2 Kings 4:9</a> Then the woman said to her husband, “Behold, now I know that the one who often comes our way is a holy man of God. <a href="/deuteronomy/18-15.htm">Deuteronomy 18:15</a> The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your brothers. You must listen to him. <a href="/2_kings/4-32.htm">2 Kings 4:32-37</a> When Elisha reached the house, there was the boy lying dead on his bed. / So he went in, closed the door behind the two of them, and prayed to the LORD. / Then Elisha got on the bed and lay on the boy, mouth to mouth, eye to eye, and hand to hand. As he stretched himself out over him, the boy’s body became warm. ... <a href="/2_kings/5-15.htm">2 Kings 5:15</a> Then Naaman and all his attendants went back to the man of God, stood before him, and declared, “Now I know for sure that there is no God in all the earth except in Israel. So please accept a gift from your servant.” <a href="/exodus/4-1.htm">Exodus 4:1-9</a> Then Moses answered, “What if they do not believe me or listen to my voice? For they may say, ‘The LORD has not appeared to you.’” / And the LORD asked him, “What is that in your hand?” “A staff,” he replied. / “Throw it on the ground,” said the LORD. So Moses threw it on the ground, and it became a snake, and he ran from it. ...</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.Now by this<a href="/john/2-11.htm">John 2:11</a> This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him.<a href="/john/3-2.htm">John 3:2</a> The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him.<a href="/john/4-42.htm">John 4:42-48</a> And said unto the woman, Now we believe, not because of thy saying: for we have heard him ourselves, and know that this is indeed the Christ, the Saviour of the world… the word<a href="/ecclesiastes/12-10.htm">Ecclesiastes 12:10</a> The preacher sought to find out acceptable words: and that which was written was upright, even words of truth.<a href="/1_thessalonians/2-13.htm">1 Thessalonians 2:13</a> For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe.<a href="/1_john/2-21.htm">1 John 2:21</a> I have not written unto you because ye know not the truth, but because ye know it, and that no lie is of the truth.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_kings/17-23.htm">Elijah</a> <a href="/1_kings/17-23.htm">Eli'jah</a> <a href="/1_kings/17-16.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/1_kings/15-14.htm">True.</a> <a href="/1_kings/8-27.htm">Truth</a> <a href="/1_kings/17-16.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_kings/18-1.htm">Elijah</a> <a href="/1_kings/18-1.htm">Eli'jah</a> <a href="/1_kings/19-13.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/1_kings/22-16.htm">True.</a> <a href="/1_kings/22-16.htm">Truth</a> <a href="/1_kings/18-1.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">1 Kings 17</div>1. <a href="/1_kings/17-1.htm">Elijah, having prophesied against Ahab, </a> 3. <a href="/1_kings/17-3.htm">is sent to Cherith where the ravens feed him.</a> 8. <a href="/1_kings/17-8.htm">He is sent to the widow of Zarephath</a> 17. <a href="/1_kings/17-17.htm">He raises the widow's son</a> 24. <a href="/1_kings/17-24.htm">The woman believes him</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_kings/17.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_kings/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_kings/17.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Then the woman said to Elijah This phrase refers to the widow of Zarephath, a Gentile woman living in the region of Sidon. Her interaction with Elijah highlights the prophet's mission beyond Israel, foreshadowing the inclusion of Gentiles in God's plan. Elijah's presence in her home during a time of famine and the miraculous provision of food set the stage for this declaration. The widow's acknowledgment of Elijah's identity as a prophet underscores the impact of his ministry and God's work through him.“Now I know that you are a man of God The widow's statement signifies a turning point in her faith journey. Initially, she may have been skeptical or uncertain about Elijah's divine connection. The phrase "man of God" is a title used throughout the Old Testament to describe prophets and those who speak on behalf of God, such as Moses and Samuel. This acknowledgment comes after Elijah's prayer restored her son to life, demonstrating God's power and affirming Elijah's prophetic authority.and that the word of the LORD from your mouth is truth.” This declaration emphasizes the reliability and divine origin of Elijah's message. The "word of the LORD" is a central theme in the prophetic literature, signifying God's communication to His people. The widow's recognition of its truthfulness reflects a broader biblical theme of God's word being trustworthy and effective, as seen in passages like <a href="/isaiah/55-11.htm">Isaiah 55:11</a>. This moment prefigures the New Testament understanding of Jesus as the Word made flesh, whose teachings are the ultimate truth.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/e/elijah.htm">Elijah</a> A prophet of God who plays a central role in this chapter. He is known for his faithfulness and miraculous works, which demonstrate God's power and truth. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_widow_of_zarephath.htm">The Widow of Zarephath</a> A Gentile woman who provides for Elijah during a famine. Her interaction with Elijah leads to a profound recognition of God's truth. 3. <a href="/topical/z/zarephath.htm">Zarephath</a> A town in Sidon, outside of Israel, highlighting God's work beyond the borders of His chosen people. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_miracle_of_the_widow's_son.htm">The Miracle of the Widow's Son</a> Prior to verse 24, Elijah raises the widow's son from the dead, which serves as a catalyst for her declaration of faith. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_word_of_the_lord.htm">The Word of the LORD</a> Central to this passage, emphasizing the power and truth of God's word as spoken through His prophets.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/r/recognition_of_god's_truth.htm">Recognition of God's Truth</a> The widow's declaration underscores the importance of recognizing God's truth through His word and works. Believers are called to discern and affirm the truth of God's word in their lives. <a href="/topical/f/faith_beyond_borders.htm">Faith Beyond Borders</a> God's work in Zarephath, a Gentile region, illustrates that His love and power extend beyond ethnic and national boundaries. Christians are encouraged to embrace a global perspective of God's mission. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_testimony.htm">The Power of Testimony</a> The widow's testimony about Elijah being a man of God highlights the impact of personal experiences with God's power. Believers should share their testimonies to encourage others in faith. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_miracles.htm">The Role of Miracles</a> Miracles serve as a testament to God's power and truth, but they also point to a deeper spiritual reality. Christians should seek to understand the spiritual lessons behind miraculous events. <a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_word.htm">Trust in God's Word</a> The passage emphasizes the reliability of God's word. Believers are encouraged to trust in the Scriptures as the ultimate source of truth and guidance.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_kings_17.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 17</a> <a href="/q/key_events_in_elijah's_life.htm">What are the key events in Elijah's biblical life?</a> <a href="/q/how_can_a_temple_contain_god.htm">In 2 Chronicles 2:4, how can a temple truly contain God if other passages assert He cannot be confined?</a> <a href="/q/was_john_the_baptist_elijah.htm">Was John the Baptist Elijah who was to come? Yes (Matthew II: 14, 17:10-13) No (John 1:19-21)</a> <a href="/q/who_are_revelation's_two_witnesses.htm">Who are the two witnesses in Revelation?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_kings/17.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(24) Now by this I know . . .--In these words we trace the final victory of faith, brought out by the crowning mercy of the restoration of her son. First, the widow had spoken of Jehovah from without, as "the Lord thy God" (<a href="/1_kings/17-14.htm" title="For thus said the LORD God of Israel, The barrel of meal shall not waste, neither shall the cruse of oil fail, until the day that the LORD sends rain on the earth.">1Kings 17:14</a>); next, had come to recognise Him as God (<a href="/1_kings/17-18.htm" title="And she said to Elijah, What have I to do with you, O you man of God? are you come to me to call my sin to remembrance, and to slay my son?">1Kings 17:18</a>); now she not only believes, as she had never believed before, that His servant is "a man of God"; but, in accepting the "word of Jehovah" in his mouth as "the truth," seems undoubtedly to express conversion to Him. (Compare the stages of faith in the nobleman at Capernaum, <a href="/john/4-47.htm" title="When he heard that Jesus was come out of Judaea into Galilee, he went to him, and sought him that he would come down, and heal his son: for he was at the point of death.">John 4:47</a>; <a href="/john/4-50.htm" title="Jesus said to him, Go your way; your son lives. And the man believed the word that Jesus had spoken to him, and he went his way.">John 4:50</a>; <a href="/john/4-53.htm" title="So the father knew that it was at the same hour, in the which Jesus said to him, Your son lives: and himself believed, and his whole house.">John 4:53</a>.)<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_kings/17.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 24, - And the woman said to Elijah, Now by this [Heb. this. Gesenius interprets עַתָּה זֶה just now. Similarly Bahr, nunmehr] I know that thou art a man of God [not that she had doubted it before. See ver. 18. In the face of what Elijah had done for her, she could not doubt it. All that she means is that this is a great fresh proof of his mission], and that the word of the Lord in thy mouth is truth. [This last word ךאמֶת from which Amittai (<a href="/jonah/1-1.htm">Jonah 1:1</a>) is formed, perhaps gave rise to the tradition that this boy was afterwards known as the prophet Jonah. Amiitai was held to have been this widow's husband. <a href="/commentaries/1_kings/17-24.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>Then the woman הָֽאִשָּׁה֙ (hā·’iš·šāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_802.htm">Strong's 802: </a> Woman, wife, female said וַתֹּ֤אמֶר (wat·tō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> To utter, say to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> Near, with, among, to Elijah, אֵ֣לִיָּ֔הוּ (’ê·lî·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_452.htm">Strong's 452: </a> Elijah -- 'Yah is God', a well-known prophet of Israel, also three other Israelites “Now עַתָּה֙ (‘at·tāh) Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6258.htm">Strong's 6258: </a> At this time I know יָדַ֔עְתִּי (yā·ḏa‘·tî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3045.htm">Strong's 3045: </a> To know that כִּ֛י (kî) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction you אָ֑תָּה (’āt·tāh) Pronoun - second person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_859.htm">Strong's 859: </a> Thou and thee, ye and you are a man אִ֥ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> A man as an individual, a male person of God אֱלֹהִ֖ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative and that the word וּדְבַר־ (ū·ḏə·ḇar-) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> A word, a matter, thing, a cause of the LORD יְהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel from your mouth בְּפִ֖יךָ (bə·p̄î·ḵā) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6310.htm">Strong's 6310: </a> The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to is truth.” אֱמֶֽת׃ (’ĕ·meṯ) Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_571.htm">Strong's 571: </a> Stability, certainty, truth, trustworthiness <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/1_kings/17-24.htm">1 Kings 17:24 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/1_kings/17-24.htm">OT History: 1 Kings 17:24 The woman said to Elijah Now (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_kings/17-23.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Kings 17:23"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Kings 17:23" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_kings/18-1.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Kings 18:1"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Kings 18:1" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>