1Ki 13:7 | TNotes | STEP | 13:7 have something to eat: In accordance with ancient Near Eastern custom, the king’s seeming gratitude and offer of hospitality also carried implications of approval and fellowship (13:19 ; see Gen 24:52-54 ).

cGen 24:52-54►

‏ 1 Kings 13:7

13:7 ^a have something to eat: In accordance with ancient Near Eastern custom, the king’s seeming gratitude and offer of hospitality also carried implications of approval and fellowship (13:19 ^b; see Gen 24:52-54 ^c).