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The Right Messenger
Commentators emphasize that the messenger was not just a student but a prophet himself. His youth made him suitable for a quick, secret, and bold mission, while his status as a prophet gave him the divine authority necessary for the dangerous act of anointing a new king. This shows God equips the right person for the right task.
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 9:4
19th Century
Bishop
Even the young man the prophet. —Rather, the young man of the prophet—i.e., Elisha’s minister. The construction,…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 9:4
17th Century
Pastor
So the young man, even the young man the prophet, went to
Ramothgilead .
] It is repe…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 9:1–10
17th Century
Minister
In these and similar events, we must acknowledge the secret working of God, disposing people to fulfill His purposes concerning them. Jehu was anoi…