2 Kings 8:7-9
8:7 a Elisha’s freedom to visit Damascus demonstrated the great respect that even Israel’s enemies had for him. The visit fulfilled the commission originally given to Elijah (1 Kgs 19:15 b).8:8 c Will I recover? Cp. 1:2 d.
8:9 e forty camels with the finest products: Although gifts were not unusual when inquiring of a prophet (see 1 Sam 9:6-8 f), Ben-hadad’s gifts were lavish, testifying both to his wealth and to the esteem he had for Elisha.
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