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2 Kings 9:20

2 Kings 9:20
And the watchman told, saying, He came even unto them, and cometh not again: and the driving is like the driving of Jehu the son of Nimshi; for he driveth furiously.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And Joram turned his hand, and fled,.... Taking hold of the horses' reins with it to turn them, or by the motion of it…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

The driving ... furiously - The word translated “driving” means “leading” or “conducting” a band. The watchman observed…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

He driveth furiously - Jehu was a bold, daring, prompt, and precipitate general. In his various military operations he…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Kings 9:16-29

From Ramoth-Gilead to Jezreel was more than one day's march; about the mid-way between them the river Jordan must be…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

the drivingis like the driving of Jehu It is clear from this that Jehu was well known, and the manner in which he would…