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Then the king of Israel gathered the prophets together, four hundred men, and said to them, Shall we go to Ramoth-gilead to battle, or shall I forbear? They said, Go up; for God will deliver it into the hand of the king.

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The Danger of Unholy Alliances

Commentators warn against believers entangling themselves in the worldly or sinful projects of ungodly people. King Ahab's gathering of 400 prophets to endorse his military campaign is a direct result of King Jehoshaphat's questionable alliance with him. This serves as a caution about the spiritual dangers of partnering with those who do not follow God.

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2 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 18:5

19th Century

Bishop

Therefore.And.

Of prophets. —Rather, the prophets.

Four hundred.

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 18:5

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 18:2).

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 18:1–34

17th Century

Minister

This history we read in 1 Kings 22. Abundant riches and honor give large opportunities of doing good, but they are attended with many snares and te…