2 Kings 6:13
2 Kings 6:13 in Multiple Translations
So the king said, “Go and see where he is, that I may send men to capture him.” On receiving the report, “Elisha is in Dothan,”
¶ And he said, Go and spy where he is, that I may send and fetch him. And it was told him, saying, Behold, he is in Dothan.
And he said, Go and see where he is, that I may send and fetch him. And it was told him, saying, Behold, he is in Dothan.
Then he said, Go and see where he is, so that I may send and get him. And news came to him that he was in Dothan.
So the king gave the order, “Go and find out where he is so I can send soldiers to capture him.” He was told, “Elisha is in Dothan.”
And he said, Goe, and espie where he is, that I may sende and fetch him. And one tolde him, saying, Beholde, he is in Dothan.
And he saith, 'Go ye and see where he [is], and I send and take him;' and it is declared to him, saying, 'Lo — in Dothan.'
He said, “Go and see where he is, that I may send and get him.” He was told, “Behold, he is in Dothan.”
And he said, Go, and spy where he is , that I may send and bring him. And it was told him, saying, Behold, he is in Dothan.
And he said to them: Go, and see where he is: that I may send, and take him. And they told him, saying: Behold he is in Dothan.
The king of Syria replied, “Go and find out where he is, and I will send some men there to capture him.” Someone told him, “People say that he is in Dothan town north of Samaria.”
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- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:13
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 6:13
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Context — Elisha Captures the Blinded Arameans
13So the king said, “Go and see where he is, that I may send men to capture him.” On receiving the report, “Elisha is in Dothan,”
14the king of Aram sent horses, chariots, and a great army. They went there by night and surrounded the city. 15When the servant of the man of God got up and went out early in the morning, behold, an army with horses and chariots had surrounded the city. So he asked Elisha, “Oh, my master, what are we to do?”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 37:17 | “They have moved on from here,” the man answered. “I heard them say, ‘Let us go to Dothan.’” So Joseph set out after his brothers and found them at Dothan. |
| 2 | John 11:47–53 | Then the chief priests and Pharisees convened the Sanhedrin and said, “What are we to do? This man is performing many signs. If we let Him go on like this, everyone will believe in Him, and then the Romans will come and take away both our place and our nation.” But one of them, named Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, said to them, “You know nothing at all! You do not realize that it is better for you that one man die for the people than that the whole nation perish.” Caiaphas did not say this on his own. Instead, as high priest that year, he was prophesying that Jesus would die for the nation, and not only for the nation, but also for the scattered children of God, to gather them together into one. So from that day on they plotted to kill Him. |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 23:22–23 | Please go and prepare further. Investigate and watch carefully where he goes and who has seen him there, for I am told that he is extremely cunning. Observe and find out all the places where he hides. Then come back to me with certainty, and I will go with you. If he is in the land, I will search him out among all the clans of Judah.” |
| 4 | Jeremiah 36:26 | Instead, the king commanded Jerahmeel, a son of the king, as well as Seraiah son of Azriel and Shelemiah son of Abdeel, to seize Baruch the scribe and Jeremiah the prophet. But the LORD had hidden them. |
| 5 | Acts 23:12–27 | When daylight came, the Jews formed a conspiracy and bound themselves with an oath not to eat or drink until they had killed Paul. More than forty of them were involved in this plot. They went to the chief priests and elders and said, “We have bound ourselves with a solemn oath not to eat anything until we have killed Paul. Now then, you and the Sanhedrin petition the commander to bring him down to you on the pretext of examining his case more carefully. We are ready to kill him on the way.” But when the son of Paul’s sister heard about the plot, he went into the barracks and told Paul. Then Paul called one of the centurions and said, “Take this young man to the commander; he has something to tell him.” So the centurion took him to the commander and said, “Paul the prisoner sent and asked me to bring this young man to you. He has something to tell you.” The commander took the young man by the hand, drew him aside, and asked, “What do you need to tell me?” He answered, “The Jews have agreed to ask you to bring Paul to the Sanhedrin tomorrow on the pretext of acquiring more information about him. Do not let them persuade you, because more than forty men are waiting to ambush him. They have bound themselves with an oath not to eat or drink until they have killed him; they are ready now, awaiting your consent.” So the commander dismissed the young man and instructed him, “Do not tell anyone that you have reported this to me.” Then he called two of his centurions and said, “Prepare two hundred soldiers, seventy horsemen, and two hundred spearmen to go to Caesarea in the third hour of the night. Provide mounts for Paul to take him safely to Governor Felix.” And he wrote the following letter: Claudius Lysias, To His Excellency, Governor Felix: Greetings. This man was seized by the Jews, and they were about to kill him when I came with my troops to rescue him. For I had learned that he is a Roman citizen, |
| 6 | Psalms 37:32–33 | Though the wicked lie in wait for the righteous, and seek to slay them, the LORD will not leave them in their power or let them be condemned under judgment. |
| 7 | Psalms 37:12–14 | The wicked scheme against the righteous and gnash their teeth at them, but the Lord laughs, seeing that their day is coming. The wicked have drawn the sword and bent the bow to bring down the poor and needy, to slay those whose ways are upright. |
| 8 | Matthew 2:4–8 | And when he had assembled all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he asked them where the Christ was to be born. “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written: ‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah, for out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of My people Israel.’ ” Then Herod called the Magi secretly and learned from them the exact time the star had appeared. And sending them to Bethlehem, he said: “Go and search carefully for the Child, and when you find Him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship Him.” |
| 9 | Psalms 10:8–10 | He lies in wait near the villages; in ambush he slays the innocent; his eyes watch in stealth for the helpless. He lies in wait like a lion in a thicket; he lurks to seize the oppressed; he catches the lowly in his net. They are crushed and beaten down; the hapless fall prey to his strength. |
2 Kings 6:13 Summary
In this verse, the king of Aram is trying to capture Elisha, a prophet of God, because he is revealing the king's secret plans. This shows us that there are people who oppose God and His people, but God is always in control and will protect and provide for us, as promised in Psalm 138:7-8. We can trust in God's power and protection, just like Elisha did, and we can be assured that He will always be with us, as stated in Hebrews 13:5. By trusting in God, we can have peace and confidence, even in the midst of challenges and opposition, and we can be a source of hope and guidance for those around us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the king of Aram want to capture Elisha?
The king of Aram wanted to capture Elisha because he was aware that Elisha, the prophet in Israel, was revealing his secret plans to the king of Israel, as stated in 2 Kings 6:12, and he saw Elisha as a threat to his power and plans, similar to how King Saul saw David as a threat in 1 Samuel 18:8.
What can we learn from the king's reaction to Elisha's prophetic abilities?
The king's reaction teaches us that those who oppose God and His people will stop at nothing to silence them, as seen in Acts 4:29, but God is always in control and will protect and provide for His people, as promised in Psalm 138:7-8.
How does this verse relate to spiritual warfare?
This verse shows us that spiritual warfare is real, and that there are those who seek to harm and destroy God's people, but we can trust in God's power and protection, as stated in Ephesians 6:12 and 2 Thessalonians 3:3.
What can we learn from Elisha's location in Dothan?
Elisha's location in Dothan may seem insignificant, but it shows us that God's prophets and people can be found in various places, and that God can use anyone, anywhere, to fulfill His plans, as seen in Acts 8:26-40.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can be more aware of the spiritual battles that are taking place around me, and how can I trust in God's power and protection?
- How can I, like Elisha, be a source of wisdom and guidance for those around me, and how can I trust in God's provision and protection in my own life?
- What are some ways that I can be more mindful of the fact that my words and actions have consequences, and that God is always aware of my thoughts and intentions, as seen in 2 Kings 6:12?
- How can I, like the king of Aram, be more aware of my own motivations and desires, and how can I surrender them to God's will and plan for my life, as stated in Romans 12:2?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 6:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 6:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:13
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:13
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:13
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:13
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 6:13
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 6:13
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:13
Sermons on 2 Kings 6:13
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