2 Kings 4:23
2 Kings 4:23 in Multiple Translations
“Why would you go to him today?” he replied. “It is not a New Moon or a Sabbath.” “Everything is all right,” she said.
And he said, Wherefore wilt thou go to him to day? it is neither new moon, nor sabbath. And she said, It shall be well.
And he said, Wherefore wilt thou go to him to-day? it is neither new moon nor sabbath. And she said, It shall be well.
And he said, Why are you going to him today? it is not a new moon or a Sabbath. But she said, It is well.
“Why do you need to go and see him today?” he asked. “It's not the New Moon or the Sabbath.” “Don't worry about it,” she replied.
And he sayd, Wherefore wilt thou goe to him to day? it is neither newe moone nor Sabbath day. And she answered, All shalbe well.
And he saith, 'Wherefore art thou going unto him to-day? — neither new moon nor sabbath!' and she saith, 'Peace [to thee]!'
He said, “Why would you want to go to him today? It is not a new moon or a Sabbath.” She said, “It’s all right.”
And he said, Why wilt thou go to him to-day? it is neither new-moon, nor sabbath. And she said, It shall be well.
And he said to her: Why dost thou go to him? today is neither new moon nor sabbath. She answered: I will go.
Her husband called out to her and said, “Why do you want to go today? This is not the day when we celebrate the Festival of the New Moon, and it is not a Sabbath day!” But she only replied, “Just do what I requested and everything will be all right.”
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Study Notes — 2 Kings 4:23
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- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:23
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- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:23
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Context — Elisha Raises the Shunammite’s Son
23“Why would you go to him today?” he replied. “It is not a New Moon or a Sabbath.” “Everything is all right,” she said.
24Then she saddled the donkey and told her servant, “Drive onward; do not slow the pace for me unless I tell you.” 25So 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.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 10:10 | And on your joyous occasions, your appointed feasts, and the beginning of each month, you are to blow the trumpets over your burnt offerings and fellowship offerings to serve as a reminder for you before your God. I am the LORD your God.” |
| 2 | Numbers 28:11 | At the beginning of every month, you are to present to the LORD a burnt offering of two young bulls, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 23:31 | Whenever burnt offerings were presented to the LORD on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts, they were to serve regularly before the LORD in the numbers prescribed for them. |
| 4 | Isaiah 1:13–15 | Bring your worthless offerings no more; your incense is detestable to Me— your New Moons, Sabbaths, and convocations. I cannot endure iniquity in a solemn assembly. I hate your New Moons and your appointed feasts. They have become a burden to Me; I am weary of bearing them. When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide My eyes from you; even though you multiply your prayers, I will not listen. Your hands are covered with blood. |
2 Kings 4:23 Summary
This verse shows a conversation between a husband and wife where the wife wants to visit the man of God, but the husband questions her decision because it's not a special day of worship. The wife trusts that everything will be okay and decides to go anyway, showing her faith in God's goodness. This teaches us to trust in God's sovereignty, even when things seem uncertain (Psalm 23:4), and to prioritize our relationship with Him. Just like the wife, we can exhibit faith and trust in God's goodness, even in difficult circumstances (Romans 8:28).
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the significance of the New Moon and Sabbath in this context?
In biblical times, the New Moon and Sabbath were special days of rest and worship, as commanded in Leviticus 23:3 and Numbers 28:11, so the husband found it unusual for his wife to want to visit the man of God on a regular day.
Why did the husband question his wife's decision to visit the man of God?
The husband questioned his wife because he didn't see any apparent reason for the visit, not realizing the severity of their son's condition, much like how the disciples didn't understand the gravity of a situation in Matthew 16:8-11.
What can we learn from the wife's response to her husband's question?
The wife's response, 'Everything is all right,' shows her trust and faith in God's sovereignty, similar to the trust exhibited by the Psalmist in Psalm 23:4, even when circumstances seem uncertain or difficult.
How does this verse relate to our everyday lives?
This verse reminds us to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when we face unexpected challenges or difficulties, just as the apostle Paul encouraged believers to do in Romans 8:28.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I've had to trust in God's sovereignty despite uncertain circumstances?
- How can I, like the wife in this verse, exhibit faith and trust in God's goodness when faced with challenges?
- What are some ways I can prioritize my relationship with God, just as the wife prioritized visiting the man of God?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of trusting in God's sovereignty to my daily life, just as the wife did in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 4:23
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 4:23
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:23
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:23
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:23
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:23
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 4:23
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 4:23
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:23
Sermons on 2 Kings 4:23
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(Through the Bible) 2 Kings 1-4 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of a king who sought the Lord's guidance through a minstrel's music. The Lord instructed the king to make a valley full of trenches, |
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The Shunammite Woman - Submissive Faith by Joel Beeke | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of submissive faith in the face of affliction. He asks the audience to imagine the impact if every true Christian responded t |
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(Divine Attributes) 10 the Awesome Knowledge of the Holy by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of God's holiness and its importance in understanding His mercy and love. He emphasizes that God's holiness is awe-inspiring and |
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Wilt Thou Not Revive Us Again?" a Must Hear Message! by Shane Idleman | In this video, the speaker emphasizes the importance of genuine repentance and understanding what love truly means. He shares a personal story of realizing his own selfishness and |
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(Galatians) Ch4:8-Ch5:13 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the concept of being a child of God and the responsibility that comes with it. He emphasizes that although we may call God our Father and liv |
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God Requires Honesty and Compassion - Part 2 by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of genuine worship and treating others with fairness and mercy. It highlights God's displeasure with insincere religious practices and the nee |
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Delight Ourselves in the Lord by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith encourages listeners to delight themselves in the Lord and put their trust in Him. He emphasizes the power of God to transform lives and bring pe |





