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2 Kings 8:7

2 Kings 8:7
And Elisha came to Damascus; and Benhadad the king of Syria was sick; and it was told him, saying, The man of God is come hither.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And Elisha came to Damascus,.... On what account, and when, is not certain, whether to convert Gehazi, as say the Jews…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

The hour had come for carrying out the command given by God to Elijah (marginal reference “e”), and by him probably…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Elisha came to Damascus - That he might lead Gehazi to repentance; according to Jarchi and some others.

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Kings 8:7-15

Here, I. We may enquire what brought Elisha to Damascus, the chief city of Syria. Was he sent to any but the lost sheep…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

Elisha visits Damascus. Benhadad, being sick, sends Hazael to enquire of Elisha. Benhadad is murdered by Hazael (Not in…