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The Certainty of God's Word
Commentators emphasize that the woman conceived and gave birth exactly as Elisha had prophesied. John Gill notes the promptness of the fulfillment, while Matthew Henry highlights that this event proves the promises of God's servants are trustworthy, unlike the often deceptive words of the world.
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2 Kings
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 4:17
19th Century
Bishop
And the woman conceived. — Compare this verse with Genesis 21:2.
Said. — Promised.
According to the ti…
Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Kings 4:14–19
19th Century
Preacher
And he said, What then is to be done for her? And Gehazi answered, Verily she hath no child, and her husband is old. And he said, Call her. And…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 4:17
17th Century
Pastor
And the woman conceived, and bare a son at the season that
Elisha said unto her
Quick…
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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…