Key Figures — 1 Kings 21

4 figures

1. Ahab

   King of Israel who covets Naboth's vineyard.

   Ahab desires Naboth's vineyard and, after being refused, becomes sullen and resentful. His actions set the stage for Jezebel's plot against Naboth.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 16:29-33 (Introduction of Ahab as king and his evil deeds)
   • 1 Kings 22:39 (Ahab's reign and death)

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2. Jezebel

   Queen of Israel and instigator of Naboth's murder.

   Jezebel orchestrates a scheme to falsely accuse Naboth of blasphemy, leading to his execution, so that Ahab can take possession of the vineyard.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 16:31 (Jezebel's introduction and influence over Ahab)
   • 2 Kings 9:30-37 (Jezebel's death)

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3. Naboth

   Owner of the vineyard desired by Ahab.

   Naboth refuses to sell his ancestral inheritance to Ahab, demonstrating faithfulness to God's laws regarding land inheritance.

   Related passages

   • Leviticus 25:23-28 (Laws on land inheritance)
   • Numbers 36:7 (Inheritance laws)

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4. Elijah

   Prophet of God who confronts Ahab.

   Elijah delivers God's judgment against Ahab and Jezebel for their actions against Naboth, prophesying their downfall.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 17:1 (Elijah's introduction)
   • 2 Kings 1:3-4 (Elijah's continued prophetic ministry)

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