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His servants came near, and spoke to him, and said, My father, if the prophet had bid you do some great thing, wouldn`t you have done it? how much rather then, when he says to you, Wash, and be clean?

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Listen to Wise Counsel

Commentators highlight the wisdom and respect of Naaman's servants. They address him as "My father," a term of honor and affection, and offer crucial advice. Matthew Henry notes that masters should be willing to hear reason and that we should have our ears open to good counsel, even when it comes from those in a lower position. Their humble intervention was the key to Naaman's healing.

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2 Kings

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Kings 5:13

19th Century

Bishop

Came near. —Compare to Genesis 18:23.

My father. —A title implying at once respect and affection. (Compare…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Kings 5:13

17th Century

Pastor

And his servant came near, and spoke to him, and said, my
father
Or my lord, as the Tar…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Kings 5:9–14

17th Century

Minister

Elisha knew Naaman to be a proud man, and he would let him know that before the great God all people stand on the same level. All God's commands te…