So the king sent out a second horseman. He rode up to them and said, “The king wants to know if you come in peace.” Again Jehu answered, “What do you know about peace? Fall in behind me!”

Commentaries

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

Then.Literally, And he sent a second rider of a horse.

Is it peace? — The versions, many editi…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Then he sent out a second on horseback, which came to them, and said The same as the first mess…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

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…