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He returned to the man of God, he and all his company, and came, and stood before him; and he said, See now, I know that there is no God in all the earth, but in Israel: now therefore, please take a present from your servant.
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From Pride to Humility
Commentators highlight the dramatic change in Naaman's demeanor. Initially expecting the prophet to come to him, he now returns—traveling a great distance out of his way—and stands humbly before Elisha (Gill, Barnes). This outward change in posture reflects a profound inner transformation from an arrogant commander to a grateful servant, demonstrating how an encounter with God's power changes the heart.
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2 Kings
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18th Century
Presbyterian
He returned - Naaman was grateful (). From the Jordan to Samaria was a distance of not less than 32 miles. Naaman further went to Damascus, …
19th Century
Anglican
Company. —Hebrew, camp, host. Naaman’s following consisted of horses and chariots (2 Kings 5:9).
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And he returned to the man of God, he and all his company , &c.] To give him thanks for the advice he had given him,…
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