2 Kings 6:2
2 Kings 6:2 in Multiple Translations
Please let us go to the Jordan, where each of us can get a log so we can build ourselves a place to live there.” “Go,” said Elisha.
Let us go, we pray thee, unto Jordan, and take thence every man a beam, and let us make us a place there, where we may dwell. And he answered, Go ye.
Let us go, we pray thee, unto the Jordan, and take thence every man a beam, and let us make us a place there, where we may dwell. And he answered, Go ye.
So let us go to Jordan, and let everyone get to work cutting boards, and we will make a living-place for ourselves there. And he said to them, Go, then.
Let's go to the Jordan and each of us can carry one log back. We can build a new place there for us to meet.” “Go ahead,” said Elisha.
Let vs nowe goe to Iorden, that we may take thence euery man a beame, and make vs a place to dwell in. And he answered, Goe.
let us go, we pray thee, unto the Jordan, and we take thence each one beam, and we make for ourselves there a place to dwell there;' and he saith, 'Go.'
Please let us go to the Jordan, and each man take a beam from there, and let’s make us a place there, where we may live.” He answered, “Go!”
Let us go, we pray thee, to Jordan, and take thence every man a beam, and let us make us a place there, where we may dwell. And he answered, Go ye.
Let us go as far as the Jordan and take out of the wood every man a piece of timber, that we may build us there a place to dwell in. And he said: Go.
Allow us to go to the Jordan River and cut down some trees to make logs to build a new meeting place.” So Elisha said, “Okay, go.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Kings 6:2
Study Notes — 2 Kings 6:2
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- 2 Kings 6:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 6:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 6:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:2
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:2
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 6:2
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 6:2
- Sermons on 2 Kings 6:2
Context — The Axe Head Floats
2Please let us go to the Jordan, where each of us can get a log so we can build ourselves a place to live there.” “Go,” said Elisha.
3Then one of them said, “Please come with your servants.” “I will come,” he replied. 4So Elisha went with them, and when they came to the Jordan, they began to cut down some trees.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 21:3 | Simon Peter told them, “I am going fishing.” “We will go with you,” they said. So they went out and got into the boat, but caught nothing that night. |
| 2 | Acts 18:3 | and he stayed and worked with them because they were tentmakers by trade, just as he was. |
| 3 | 1 Thessalonians 2:9 | Surely you recall, brothers, our labor and toil. We worked night and day so that we would not be a burden to anyone while we proclaimed to you the gospel of God. |
| 4 | Acts 20:34–35 | You yourselves know that these hands of mine have ministered to my own needs and those of my companions. In everything, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus Himself: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” |
| 5 | 1 Timothy 6:6 | Of course, godliness with contentment is great gain. |
| 6 | 1 Corinthians 9:6 | Or are Barnabas and I the only apostles who must work for a living? |
| 7 | 2 Thessalonians 3:8 | nor did we eat anyone’s food without paying for it. Instead, in labor and toil, we worked night and day so that we would not be a burden to any of you. |
2 Kings 6:2 Summary
This verse is about a group of prophets who wanted to build a new place to live, and they asked their leader Elisha for permission to go to the Jordan River to get the materials they needed. Elisha agreed, showing that he trusted in God's provision and guidance. This story teaches us to trust in God's ability to provide for our needs, just like the prophets did, and to seek guidance from spiritual leaders, as seen in other Bible stories like 1 Kings 19:19-21. By trusting in God, we can have faith that He will provide for us, just like He did for the Israelites in the wilderness, as seen in Exodus 16:4-36.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the main reason the sons of the prophets wanted to go to the Jordan?
The sons of the prophets wanted to go to the Jordan to get logs to build a new place to live, as the current meeting place was too small for them, as mentioned in 2 Kings 6:1.
Why did Elisha agree to let them go to the Jordan?
The Bible does not explicitly state why Elisha agreed, but it can be inferred that he trusted in God's provision and guidance, as seen in other instances such as 2 Kings 4:42-44 where he trusted God to provide food for the prophets.
What can we learn from the sons of the prophets' request to Elisha?
We can learn the importance of seeking guidance from spiritual leaders, as seen in this verse, and also the value of community and shared living spaces, as mentioned in Acts 2:44-45 where the early church shared everything in common.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of God's provision?
This verse shows how God provides for the physical needs of His people, as seen in the sons of the prophets' desire for a new place to live, and is reminiscent of other instances such as Exodus 16:4-36 where God provided manna for the Israelites in the wilderness.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's provision, just like the sons of the prophets did?
- How can I apply the principle of seeking guidance from spiritual leaders in my own life, as seen in this verse?
- What are some ways I can contribute to building a community of believers, as the sons of the prophets were trying to do?
- How does this verse encourage me to have faith in God's ability to provide for my physical and spiritual needs?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my trust in God's guidance, as Elisha did when he agreed to let the sons of the prophets go to the Jordan?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 6:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 6:2
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:2
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:2
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:2
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:2
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 6:2
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 6:2
Sermons on 2 Kings 6:2
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Restore the Joy by Del Fehsenfeld Jr. | In this sermon, the preacher tells a story about a college student who loses a borrowed axe head in the Jordan River. The student cries out for help, and the man of God asks where |
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God's Glory by Bakht Singh | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the common prayer among believers for revival and the sense that something is missing in their spiritual lives. He emphasizes the need to lea |
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I Go a Fishing by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the story of Peter and his denial of Jesus. He emphasizes the importance of loyalty and devotion to God, especially in times of difficulty. |
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The Lordship of Christ by Brother Andrew | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the dilemma faced by the disciples after Jesus' resurrection. They were young and eager to fulfill their commission, but they lacked direction |
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The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of grace and how it applies to believers who have failed. He emphasizes that God's love is unconditional and that even in our fai |
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Do You Love Me More Than These? by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing gratitude for the opportunity to share his personal testimony before delving into the analysis of various Bible verses. He recounts |
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In the Boat With No Fish by Thaddeus Barnum | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the manifestation of Jesus to his disciples and the significance of this encounter. The speaker mentions that Jesus first met Peter, John, an |







