2 Kings 2:7
“And fifty men of the sons of the prophets went, and stood to view afar off: and they two stood by Jordan.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Elijah took his mantle, and wrapped it together,.... Folded it up close together, in a position to smite with it;…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Fifty men of the sons of the prophets - We see by this how large were the prophetical schools. It is implied that the…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Fifty men of the sons of the prophets - They fully expected this extraordinary event, and they could have known it only…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Kings 2:1-8
Elijah's times, and the events concerning him, are as little dated as those of any great man in scripture; we are not…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
And fifty men It is not without surprise that we come at one single centre upon so large a body of men devoting…