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When he was gone, a lion met him by the way, and killed him: and his body was cast in the way, and the donkey stood by it; the lion also stood by the body.

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Obedience is Not Optional

Commentators emphasize that this event is a stark warning about the seriousness of disobedience. Matthew Henry notes that even a prophet's high calling and past service for God did not protect him from the consequences of failing to follow God's orders strictly. This illustrates that God expects obedience from everyone He employs.

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1 Kings

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Kings 13:24

19th Century

Bishop

A lion. The lion is mentioned frequently in the Old Testament, especially in Southern Palestine: at Timnath ([Reference Judges 14:…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 13:24

17th Century

Pastor

And when he was gone, a lion met him by the way, and slew him , &c.] Perhaps not far from Bethel; and this lion might com…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 13:23–34

17th Century

Minister

God is displeased with the sins of His own people, and no one shall be protected in disobedience by their office, their nearness to God, or any ser…

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