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So Naaman came with his horses and with his chariots, and stood at the door of the house of Elisha.

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A Grand and Expectant Arrival

Commentators note that Naaman arrived with a magnificent retinue of horses and chariots. This grand display was intended to reflect his high status as a Syrian commander. He came expecting a reception befitting his rank, not as a humble person seeking a miracle, which sets the stage for the subsequent events.

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2 Kings

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Kings 5:9

19th Century

Bishop

With his horses and with his chariot.Chariots. (See on 2 Kings 2:11–12; and compare to 2 Kings 5:15, <…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Kings 5:9

17th Century

Pastor

So Naaman came with his horses, and with his chariot
In his chariot drawn by horses; or "with horsemen and chariots"…

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…