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A Man Known by His Driving
Commentators note that Jehu's driving was so distinctively 'furious' that the watchman could identify him from a distance. This reveals his character as a man of intense energy and zeal. Scholars point out that the Hebrew word for 'furiously' is related to the term 'mad fellow' used to describe the prophet who anointed him, highlighting the wild intensity of the moment.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 9:20
18th Century
Theologian
The driving ... furiously - The word translated “driving” means “leading” or “conducting” a group. The watchman observed that the “company” …
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 9:20
19th Century
Bishop
Driving. —Correct. The margin is wrong.
The son of Nimshi. —Jehu was son of Jehoshaphat son of Ni…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 9:20
17th Century
Pastor
And the watchman told, saying, he came even to them, and comes not again. Was detained, as the …
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 9:16–29
17th Century
Minister
Jehu was a man of eager spirit. The wisdom of God is seen in the choice of those employed in His work. But it is not for any man's reputation to be…