Jehu drew a bow ... - literally, as in the margin, that is, “Jehu took a bow in his hand.” The arrow struck Jehoram’s back, between his two …

And Jehu drew ... strength. —See the margin, which, however, is not quite accurate. Instead, it should be, And Jehu had filled…

And Jehu drew a bow with his full strength
To give the arrow all the force he could;

Jehu was a man of eager spirit. The wisdom of God is seen in the choice of those employed in His work. But it is not for any man's reputation to be…