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A Powerful Man's Humility
Commentators unanimously highlight Naaman's remarkable humility. By dismounting from his chariot to meet Gehazi, a mere servant, this powerful Syrian commander showed exceptional courtesy. Scholars explain this was an act of profound respect, not for Gehazi himself, but for his master, the prophet Elisha, revealing the genuine transformation in Naaman's heart.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 5:21
18th Century
Theologian
He dismounted from the chariot - This was an act of exceptional courtesy. It indicates an eagerness to honor the master in the person of his…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 5:21
19th Century
Bishop
He dismounted from the chariot to meet him. —An Eastern mark of respect. Literally, fell from the chariot: an expression denoting …
John Gill
On 2 Kings 5:21
17th Century
Pastor
So Gehazi followed after Naaman. As fast as he could:
and when Naaman saw him running after him
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 5:20–27
17th Century
Minister
Naaman, a Syrian, a courtier, a soldier, had many servants, and we read how wise and good they were. Elisha, a holy prophet, a man of God, has but …