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2 Kings 13:5

2 Kings 13:5
(And the LORD gave Israel a saviour, so that they went out from under the hand of the Syrians: and the children of Israel dwelt in their tents, as beforetime .

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And the Lord gave Israel a saviour,.... Not an angel sent by him, nor a captain raised up among them, nor the prophet…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

The Lord gave Israel a saviour - Not immediately on the repentance of Jehoahaz but after his death (see 2Ki 13:25). They…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

And the Lord gave Israel a savior - This was undoubtedly Joash, whose successful wars against the Syrians are mentioned…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Kings 13:1-9

This general account of the reign of Jehoahaz, and of the state of Israel during his seventeen years, though short, is…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

And the Lord gave Israel a saviour The LXX, has σωτηρίαν -salvation", -deliverance". The two verses 5 and 6 are a…