2 Kings 2:25
2 Kings 2:25 in Multiple Translations
And Elisha went on to Mount Carmel, and from there he returned to Samaria.
And he went from thence to mount Carmel, and from thence he returned to Samaria.
And he went from thence to mount Carmel, and from thence he returned to Samaria.
From there he went to Mount Carmel, and came back from there to Samaria.
Elisha carried on to Mount Carmel, and from there he went back to Samaria.
So he went from thence to mount Carmel, and from thence he returned to Samaria.
And he goeth thence unto the hill of Carmel, and thence he hath turned back to Samaria.
He went from there to Mount Carmel, and from there he returned to Samaria.
And he went from thence to mount Carmel, and from thence he returned to Samaria.
And from thence he went to mount Carmel, and from thence he returned to Samaria.
Elisha left Bethel and went to Carmel Mountain, and after that he returned to Samaria city.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Kings 2:25
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2 Kings 2:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַ/יֵּ֥לֶךְ
מִ/שָּׁ֖ם
אֶל
הַ֣ר
הַ/כַּרְמֶ֑ל
וּ/מִ/שָּׁ֖ם
שָׁ֥ב
שֹׁמְרֽוֹן
וַ/יֵּ֥לֶךְ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
מִ/שָּׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
there
Prep | Adv
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ֣ר
har
H2022
mountain
N-ms
הַ/כַּרְמֶ֑ל
Karmel
H3760
Carmel
Art | N-proper
וּ/מִ/שָּׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
there
Conj | Prep | Adv
שָׁ֥ב
shûwb
H7725
to return
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
שֹׁמְרֽוֹן
Shômᵉrôwn
H8111
Samaria
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Kings 2:25
וַ/יֵּ֥לֶךְ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
מִ/שָּׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Prep | Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הַ֣ר
har
H2022
"mountain"
N-ms
A mountain or hill, sometimes used to describe a spiritual high point. In the Bible, it can refer to a real mountain or a figurative one. The word is often translated as hill or mount.
Definition: : mount/hill hill, mountain, hill country, mount
Usage: Occurs in 486 OT verses. KJV: hill (country), mount(-ain), [idiom] promotion. See also: Genesis 7:19; Deuteronomy 3:12; Judges 18:13.
הַ/כַּרְמֶ֑ל
Karmel
H3760
"Carmel"
Art | N-proper
Mount Carmel is a hill and town in northern Israel, described in the Bible as a fruitful and plentiful field, as seen in 1 Kings 18. The name means garden-land.
Definition: § Carmel = "garden-land" a mountain on the Mediterranean coast of northern Israel, just below Haifa
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: Carmel, fruitful (plentiful) field, (place). See also: Joshua 12:22; 2 Kings 2:25; Isaiah 33:9.
וּ/מִ/שָּׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Conj | Prep | Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
שָׁ֥ב
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
שֹׁמְרֽוֹן
Shômᵉrôwn
H8111
"Samaria"
N-proper
Samaria means watch mountain, a region in northern Palestine and the capital city of the northern kingdom of Israel, located near Jerusalem. It was the kingdom of the 10 tribes of Israel after Solomon's death.
Definition: § Samaria = "watch mountain" 1) the region of northern Palestine associated with the northern kingdom of the 10 tribes of Israel which split from the kingdom after the death of Solomon during the reign of his son Rehoboam and were ruled by Jeroboam 2) the capital city of the northern kingdom of Israel located 30 miles (50 km) north of Jerusalem and 6 miles (10 km) northwest of Shechem
Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: Samaria. See also: 1 Kings 13:32; 2 Kings 17:5; Isaiah 7:9.
Study Notes — 2 Kings 2:25
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- Context
- Cross References
- 2 Kings 2:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 2:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 2:25
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 2:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 2:25
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 2:25
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 2:25
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 2:25
- Sermons on 2 Kings 2:25
Context — Elisha Mocked
23From there, Elisha went up to Bethel, and as he was walking up the road, a group of boys came out of the city and jeered at him, chanting, “Go up, you baldhead! Go up, you baldhead!”
24Then he turned around, looked at them, and called down a curse on them in the name of the LORD. Suddenly two female bears came out of the woods and mauled forty-two of the boys.
25And Elisha went on to Mount Carmel, and from there he returned to Samaria.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Kings 4:25 | So she set out and went to the man of God at Mount Carmel. When the man of God saw her at a distance, he said to his servant Gehazi, “Look, there is the Shunammite woman. |
| 2 | 1 Kings 18:19–20 | Now summon all Israel to meet me on Mount Carmel, along with the four hundred and fifty prophets of Baal and the four hundred prophets of Asherah who eat at Jezebel’s table.” So Ahab summoned all the Israelites and assembled the prophets on Mount Carmel. |
| 3 | 1 Kings 18:42 | So Ahab went up to eat and drink. But Elijah climbed to the summit of Carmel, bent down on the ground, and put his face between his knees. |
2 Kings 2:25 Summary
[This verse tells us that after a dramatic event, Elisha went to Mount Carmel, a special place where God had worked powerfully before, and then returned to Samaria, showing his commitment to serving God and the people. He was following in the footsteps of Elijah, who had a powerful encounter with God on Mount Carmel, as seen in 1 Kings 18:19-46. Elisha's actions remind us to seek God's guidance and presence, especially in difficult times, just as David did in Psalm 23:4. By doing so, we can stay connected to God's love and care for us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Elisha go to Mount Carmel after the incident with the boys?
Elisha went to Mount Carmel, a place of spiritual significance, to possibly seek God's guidance and refuge after the dramatic events in Bethel, as seen in 1 Kings 18:19-46 where Elijah had a powerful encounter with God.
What can we learn from Elisha's actions in this verse?
We can learn that even in the midst of chaos and challenge, we should seek to return to a place of spiritual refreshment and guidance, just as Elisha did by going to Mount Carmel, and later returning to Samaria, reflecting the importance of staying connected to God's presence as mentioned in Psalm 16:11.
Is there any significance to Elisha returning to Samaria?
Yes, Samaria was the capital of Israel, and Elisha's return there may indicate his desire to continue ministering to the people of Israel, despite the challenges he faced, much like the prophets' call to speak God's word to the nations, as seen in Isaiah 6:1-13.
How does this verse relate to Elisha's overall ministry?
This verse shows Elisha's commitment to his prophetic ministry, as he travels to different locations, including Mount Carmel and Samaria, to fulfill his calling, similar to Jesus' ministry as described in Matthew 9:35, where He went throughout all the cities and villages, teaching and preaching.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can seek spiritual refreshment in the midst of challenges, just like Elisha did by going to Mount Carmel?
- How can I, like Elisha, trust God's guidance and presence in my life, even when faced with difficult situations?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of perseverance and commitment to my faith, despite opposition or hardship?
- In what ways can I apply the lesson of seeking God's presence, as Elisha did, to my own life and ministry?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 2:25
And he went from thence to Mount Carmel,.... Where Elijah used to frequent, and where also there might be a school of the prophets; this, according to Bunting (a), was fifty six miles from Bethel:
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 2:25
He went from thence; partly, to decline the fury of the people of Beth-el; partly, that he might retire himself from men, and converse more freely with God, and so fit himself more for the discharge of his employment; and partly, that he might visit the sons of the prophets who lived in that place, or near it. He returned to Samaria, by the direction of God’ s Spirit, for the service which he did, , &c.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 2:25
2 Kings 2:25 And he went from thence to mount Carmel, and from thence he returned to Samaria.Ver. 25. To mount Carmel.] He can never be a profitable seer, that is either always or never alone. Carmel shall fit Elisha for Samaria; contemplation for action. Bp. Hall.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 2:25
(25) To mount Carmel.—To cultivate the memory of his master in solitude. Elijah had often lived there (comp. 1 Kings 18), as its caves were well fitted for solitude and concealment. Elisha may have retired thither to prepare himself for his public ministry by prayer and fasting. (Comp. Matthew 4:1, seq.) To Samaria.—Where he had his permanent abode. (Comp. 2 Kings 6:32.)
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 2:25
25. he went from thence to mount Carmel] At which place, either for the purposes of devotion or because there also was a college of the prophets, we see from 2 Kings 4:25, that Elisha was known to reside from time to time. The Shunammite mother in her distress knows where the prophet is to be found. and from thence he returned to Samaria] In which city we learn, from the story of Naaman in chapter 5 below, that Elisha had a house. The Israelitish maid also speaks of him there as ‘the prophet that is in Samaria’. His most permanent home therefore was most likely in the royal city, and his visits to Carmel and other places made from time to time, as need required.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 2:25
Carmel - Where Elisha held gatherings for religious purposes 2 Kings 4:23-25 during one period of his life, if he did not actually reside there.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 2:25
25. Thence to mount Carmel… thence… to Samaria — Thus he follows in the steps of his departed master, and frequents the scenes of that master’s ministry.
Sermons on 2 Kings 2:25
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Skyland Conference 1979-04 Elisha by Robert Constable | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Elisha and the great woman from 2 Kings chapter four. The preacher emphasizes the importance of listening to the word of God an |
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Elijah and Other of Like Faith by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a man who faced criticism and threats but remained faithful to hearing from God. He preached a powerful message that led to a mani |
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So Ahab Went Up to Eat and Drink. and Elijah by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer contrasts the actions of Ahab and Elijah, illustrating the divide between the worldly and the spiritual. While Ahab indulges in physical desires, Elijah prioritizes comm |
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Keep Praying by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman preaches about the faith and perseverance of Elijah, a man with similar struggles and doubts as us, who kept praying fervently until he saw God's miraculous inter |