24 Do this: Remove all the kings from their commands and replace them with other officers. Read full chapter · 1 Kings 20:24 in all English translations.

New International Version Do this: Remove all the kings from their commands and replace them with other officers. New Living Translation

And do this thing, Take the kings away, every man out of his place, and put captains in their rooms: And number thee an army, like the army that thou.

They also advised their lord (1 Kings 20:24) to remove the kings in his army from their position, and appoint governors in their stead (פּחות, see 1 Kings 10:15) ...

1 Kings 20:24 King James Version (KJV) · And do this thing, Take the kings away, every man out of his place, and put captains in their rooms.

In the context of conflict between Israel and Syria during King Ahab's reign, God gave direction to Ahab regarding how to confront a daunting enemy.

1 Kings 20:24 King James Version (KJV) And do this thing, Take the kings away, every man out of his place, and put captains in their rooms.

Ben-hadad the king of Syria gathered all his army together. Thirty-two kings were with him, and horses and chariots. And he went up and closed in on Samaria ...

24 Do this thing: take the kings away, every man out of his place, and put captains in their room;. 25 and number you an army, like the army that you have lost, ...

1 Kings 20:24 captures a pivotal moment in the history of ancient Israel, highlighting the themes of warfare, courage, and preparation.