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2 Kings 6:9

2 Kings 6:9
And the man of God sent unto the king of Israel, saying, Beware that thou pass not such a place; for thither the Syrians are come down.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

And the king of Israel sent to the place which the man of God told him, and warned him of,.... Sent spies thither to see whether the Syrians were there or not, and whether it was truth the man of God…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

Beware that thou pass not such a place - Elisha must have had this information by immediate revelation from heaven.

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

2 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 that, as other gifts, is given to every man to profit withal; and, whatever…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

And the man of God sent unto the king of Israel As against Syria, the power of Elisha would be most naturally exerted in favour of Israel. In spite of the strong language used against Jehoram (2Ki…