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The Folly of Opposing God
Commentators like Charles Spurgeon and John Gill highlight the irrationality of the Aramean king's plan. He knows Elisha has supernatural insight into his secret strategies, yet he still believes a conventional military force can capture him. This demonstrates the foolishness and futility of human schemes that oppose God's will and His messengers.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 6:13
18th Century
Theologian
Dothan - See the marginal reference note. It was not far from Shechem. Its ancient name is still attached to a distinctive hill, or Tel (com…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 6:13
19th Century
Bishop
Fetch. — Take.
Dothan. — A contracted dual (equivalent to Dothain Septuagint, Dothaim). It lay on …
Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Kings 6:13
19th Century
Preacher
And he said, Go and spy where he is, that I may send and fetch him.
Not a very wise project, for if Elisha knew all about the words …
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John Gill
On 2 Kings 6:13
17th Century
Pastor
And he said, go, and spy where he is, that I may send and
fetch him
But how could he …
Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 6:13–23
17th Century
Minister
What Elisha said to his servant is spoken to all the faithful servants of God, when conflicts are without and fears are within. Do not fear with th…