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Then Jehoshaphat added, “But first let’s find out what the LORD says.”
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So the king of Israel summoned the prophets, 400 of them, and asked them, “Should we go to war against Ramoth-gilead, or should I hold back?” They all replied, “Yes, go right ahead! God will give the king victory.”
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But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there not also a prophet of the LORD here? We should ask him the same question.”
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The king of Israel replied to Jehoshaphat, “There is one more man who could consult the LORD for us, but I hate him. He never prophesies anything but trouble for me! His name is Micaiah son of Imlah.” Jehoshaphat replied, “That’s not the way a king should talk! Let’s hear what he has to say.”
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So the king of Israel called one of his officials and said, “Quick! Bring Micaiah son of Imlah.”