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The Simplicity of Service
Commentators note that Elisha's stay was not a one-time event but a regular occurrence. The verse simply states that he arrived and used the room prepared for him. This highlights the consistent, unassuming nature of the Shunammite's hospitality and Elisha's humble acceptance of it, forming a relationship of trust and service.
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2 Kings
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 4:11
19th Century
Bishop
Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Kings 4:9–13
19th Century
Preacher
And she said to her husband, See now, I perceive that this is a holy man of God, who passes by us continually. Let us make a little chamber, pl…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 4:11
17th Century
Pastor
And it fell on a day that he came thither
As he had been accustomed to do:
and he turned into the…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 4:8–17
17th Century
Minister
Elisha was well thought of by the king of Israel for his recent services; a good man can take as much pleasure in serving others as in raising hims…