Then he sent out a second horseman, who came to them, and said, "Thus the king has said, `Is it peace?'" And Jehu answered, "What have you to do with peace? Turn round and ride 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…