1 Kings 13:32 Meaning and Explanation
“For the saying which he cried by the word of the LORD against the altar in Bethel, and against all the houses of the high places which are in the cities of Samaria, shall surely come to pass.”
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Read Full Chapter →The old prophet affirms that the man of God's prophecy against Bethel and the high places will surely be fulfilled.
What Does 1 Kings 13:32 Mean?
The old prophet states his conviction outright: the word cried against the Bethel altar and against all the shrines of the high places will certainly come to pass. He extends the prophecy's reach to the whole region of Samaria.
Coming from the man who once lied to that very prophet, this confession carries great weight. He now testifies that God's word is sure, whatever men may do to resist it. The prophecy he affirms was fulfilled long after, in Josiah's day, proving once more that the LORD watches over His word to perform it.
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What does 1 Kings 13:32 mean?
The old prophet affirms that the man of God's prophecy against Bethel and the high places will surely be fulfilled.