elders] See 1 Kings 8:1. sae with him] To advise about the famine, and to receive direction and consolation from him. from before him] From his presence, or from himself, to cut off Elishah’s head. he said] Understanding the kings purpose, as v. 12. and 5. 26. of a murderer] Of Ahab, by whose connivence, Naboth (1 Kings 21:19.) and the LORDS prophets were slain, 1 Kings 18:4. and 1 Kings 3:19. hold him, &c.] Be sure that he come not in to hurt me, or to hinder me in my function. is not, &c.] Assuredly the king that sent him followeth hard after him. See 1 Kings 14:6.