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A Precise and Fatal Blow
Commentators explain that Jehu shot King Joram as he was fleeing. The phrase "between his arms" refers to the area between his shoulders. The arrow, shot with Jehu's full strength, pierced Joram's heart, resulting in his immediate death. This depicts the swift and decisive execution of God's judgment upon the house of Ahab.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 9:24
18th Century
Theologian
Jehu drew a bow ... - literally, as in the margin, that is, “Jehu took a bow in his hand.” The arrow struck Jehoram’s back, between his two …
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 9:24
19th Century
Bishop
And Jehu drew ... strength. —See the margin, which, however, is not quite accurate. Instead, it should be, And Jehu had filled…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 9:24
17th Century
Pastor
And Jehu drew a bow with his full strength
To give the arrow all the force he could;
and smote Je…
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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…