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He settled his gaze steadfastly [on him], until he was ashamed: and the man of God wept.

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A Gaze of Revelation

Commentators agree that Elisha fixed an intense, unwavering gaze upon Hazael. This was not a blank stare, but a moment of divine insight where, as scholars suggest, Elisha perceived the murderous intent hidden in Hazael's heart. Hazael became ashamed because he realized his secret sin had been exposed by the prophet of God.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Kings 8:11

18th Century

Theologian

That is, And he (Elisha) settled his countenance, and set it (toward Hazael), until he (Hazael) was ashamed. Elisha fixed a long, meaningf…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Kings 8:7–15

19th Century

Bishop

Elisha’s visit to Damascus, and its consequences.

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Kings 8:11

17th Century

Pastor

And he settled his countenance steadfastly
Refrained himself as much as possible, that he might not weep, as some Je…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Kings 8:7–15

17th Century

Minister

Among other changes in people's minds brought about by affliction, it often leads to different thoughts about God's ministers and teaches people to…