2 Kings 6:8
“Then the king of Syria warred against Israel, and took counsel with his servants, saying, In such and such a place shall be my camp.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And the man of God sent unto the king of Israel,.... That is, Elisha sent to him: saying:
beware that thou pass not…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
The king of Syria - Probably the great Benhadad (see 2Ki 6:24).
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
The king of Syria warred against Israel - This was probably the same Ben-hadad who is mentioned Kg2 6:24. What was the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Kings 6:8-12
Here we have Elisha, with his spirit of prophecy, serving the king, as before helping the sons of the prophets; for…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Elisha makes known the King of Syria's plans. The soldiers sent against Elisha are smitten with blindness, and he leads…
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