Key Figures — 1 Kings 22

4 figures

1. Ahab

   King of Israel

   Ahab seeks to reclaim Ramoth-gilead from the Syrians and consults prophets for guidance. He disregards Micaiah's true prophecy and meets his demise in battle.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 16:29-33 (Ahab's reign and idolatry)
   • 1 Kings 21 (Ahab's encounter with Elijah and Naboth's vineyard)

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2. Jehoshaphat

   King of Judah

   Jehoshaphat allies with Ahab for the battle against Syria but insists on seeking the counsel of a true prophet of the Lord.

   Related passages

   • 2 Chronicles 17:1-6 (Jehoshaphat's reign and reforms)
   • 2 Chronicles 18 (Parallel account of the battle and alliance with Ahab)

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3. Micaiah

   Prophet of the Lord

   Micaiah delivers a true prophecy from God, warning Ahab of his impending defeat and death, but is imprisoned for speaking the truth.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 22:13-28 (Micaiah's prophecy and confrontation with Ahab)
   • 2 Chronicles 18:12-27 (Parallel account of Micaiah's prophecy)

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4. Zedekiah

   False prophet

   Zedekiah, son of Chenaanah, falsely prophesies victory for Ahab and strikes Micaiah for contradicting him.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 22:11-12 (Zedekiah's false prophecy)
   • 2 Chronicles 18:10-11 (Parallel account of Zedekiah's actions)

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