2 Kings 5:3
2 Kings 5:3 in Multiple Translations
She said to her mistress, “If only my master would go to the prophet who is in Samaria, he would cure him of his leprosy.”
And she said unto her mistress, Would God my lord were with the prophet that is in Samaria! for he would recover him of his leprosy.
And she said unto her mistress, Would that my lord were with the prophet that is in Samaria! then would he recover him of his leprosy.
And she said to her master's wife, If only my lord would go to the prophet in Samaria, he would make him well.
She told her mistress, “If only my master would go and see the prophet who lives in Samaria. I'm sure he could cure him of his leprosy.”
And she sayd vnto her mistres, Would God my lord were with the Prophet that is in Samaria, he would soone deliuer him of his leprosie.
and she saith unto her mistress, 'O that my lord [were] before the prophet who [is] in Samaria; then he doth recover him from his leprosy.'
She said to her mistress, “I wish that my lord were with the prophet who is in Samaria! Then he would heal him of his leprosy.”
And she said to her mistress, I would that my lord were with the prophet that is in Samaria! for he would recover him of his leprosy.
And she said to her mistress: I wish my master had been with the prophet, that is in Samaria: he would certainly have healed him of the leprosy which he hath.
One day, that girl said to her, “I wish that ◄my master/your husband► would go to see the prophet in Samaria. That prophet would heal your husband from his leprosy.”
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Study Notes — 2 Kings 5:3
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- 2 Kings 5:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 5:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 5:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 5:3
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
- Sermons on 2 Kings 5:3
Context — Naaman Cured of Leprosy
3She said to her mistress, “If only my master would go to the prophet who is in Samaria, he would cure him of his leprosy.”
4And Naaman went and told his master what the girl from the land of Israel had said. 5“Go now,” said the king of Aram, “and I will send you with a letter to the king of Israel.” So Naaman departed, taking with him ten talents of silver, six thousand shekels of gold, and ten sets of clothing.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Acts 26:29 | “Short time or long,” Paul replied, “I wish to God that not only you but all who hear me this day may become what I am, except for these chains.” |
| 2 | Luke 17:12–14 | As He entered one of the villages, He was met by ten lepers. They stood at a distance and raised their voices, shouting, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” When Jesus saw them, He said, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And as they were on their way, they were cleansed. |
| 3 | Numbers 11:29 | But Moses replied, “Are you jealous on my account? I wish that all the LORD’s people were prophets and that the LORD would place His Spirit on them!” |
| 4 | 2 Kings 5:8 | Now when Elisha the man of God heard that the king of Israel had torn his clothes, he sent a message to the king: “Why have you torn your clothes? Please let the man come to me, and he will know that there is a prophet in Israel.” |
| 5 | 1 Corinthians 4:8 | Already you have all you want. Already you have become rich. Without us, you have become kings. How I wish you really were kings, so that we might be kings with you! |
| 6 | Matthew 8:2–3 | Suddenly a leper came and knelt before Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. |
| 7 | Matthew 11:5 | The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor. |
2 Kings 5:3 Summary
This verse shows a servant girl who cares about her master, Naaman, and wants to help him get healed of his leprosy. She knows about a prophet in Samaria who can help him, and she has faith that God will work through this prophet to heal Naaman, just like God healed the Israelites in Exodus 15:26. The servant girl's suggestion is an example of how we can trust in God's power to heal and restore us, even when we face difficult challenges, as seen in Jeremiah 17:14, where the prophet Jeremiah cries out to God for healing. We can learn from the servant girl's example and seek God's healing and restoration in our own lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Bible mean by 'leprosy' in this verse?
In the Bible, leprosy is often a physical representation of spiritual sickness, as seen in Leviticus 13:1-46, but in this context, it likely refers to the actual disease, as Naaman was seeking a physical cure from the prophet in Samaria.
Who is the prophet the servant girl is referring to in this verse?
The prophet the servant girl is referring to is likely Elisha, who was a prominent prophet in Israel during this time, as seen in 2 Kings 2:1-25, and was known for his miracles and ability to heal.
What is significant about the servant girl's suggestion in this verse?
The servant girl's suggestion is significant because it shows her faith in the God of Israel and the power of His prophets, as seen in Exodus 15:26, where God is referred to as the healer of His people.
Why did the servant girl think the prophet in Samaria could cure Naaman's leprosy?
The servant girl thought the prophet in Samaria could cure Naaman's leprosy because she had likely heard of the prophet's previous miracles and healings, and she had faith that God would work through him to heal Naaman, as seen in 2 Kings 4:1-44, where Elisha performs several miracles.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need healing, and how can I seek the Lord for restoration?
- How can I, like the servant girl, be a witness to those around me of the power and love of God?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate faith and trust in God's power to heal and restore, even in difficult circumstances?
- How can I apply the principle of seeking God's healing and restoration, as seen in this verse, to my own life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 5:3
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 5:3
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 5:3
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 5:3
Sermons on 2 Kings 5:3
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I Have Appeared Unto Thee - Part 1 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the conversion of the apostle Paul on the Damascus road. He emphasizes that Paul's encounter with Jesus was a life-changing experience that |
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The Sure Remedy by H.J. Vine | H.J. Vine preaches about the all-sufficiency of Christ, who descended into the deepest depths of death and ascended to the highest heights of glory, crowned with honor and able to |
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Foundational Truths for Revival, Tape 1 by Ralph Sutera | Ralph Sutera preaches on the true essence of being a Christian, emphasizing the need to understand the biblical definition of a Christian by examining the three instances the word |
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Thankfulness - Part 2 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of complaining and murmuring. They emphasize that when we complain or murmur about ourselves, we expose ourselves to negative influe |
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The Glorious Results of Giving Thanks by Zac Poonen | This sermon focuses on the importance of gratitude and thanksgiving in our relationship with God, drawing lessons from the story of the ten lepers healed by Jesus. It emphasizes th |
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Where Are the Nine? the Sin of Ingratitude by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of being witnesses of Christ by experiencing His touch and being grateful for His mercy. It warns against ingratitude and the sin of entitleme |
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The Reluctant God - Part 9 by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher talks about Moses and his encounter with God. He emphasizes Moses' humility and how he was chosen by God despite his own feelings of inadequacy. The pr |







