1 Kings 20:37

New International Reader's Version

The prophet found another man. He said, “Please strike me down.” So the man struck him down and wounded him.

Cross References

1 Kings 20:35

There was a group of people called the group of the prophets. A message from the Lord came to one of their members. He said to his companion, “Strike me down with your weapon.” But he wouldn’t do it.

1 Kings 20:36

The prophet said, “You haven’t obeyed the Lord. So as soon as you leave me, a lion will kill you.” The companion went away. And a lion found him and killed him.

1 Kings 20:38

Then the prophet went and stood by the road. He waited for the king to come by. He pulled his headband down over his eyes so no one would recognize him.

Exodus 21:12

“Anyone who hits and kills someone else must be put to death.