2 Kings 6:24
2 Kings 6:24 in Multiple Translations
Some time later, Ben-hadad king of Aram assembled his entire army and marched up to besiege Samaria.
¶ And it came to pass after this, that Ben-hadad king of Syria gathered all his host, and went up, and besieged Samaria.
And it came to pass after this, that Ben-hadad king of Syria gathered all his host, and went up, and besieged Samaria.
Now after this, Ben-hadad, king of Aram, got together all his army and went up to make an attack on Samaria, shutting the town in on all sides with his forces.
Sometime after this Ben-hadad king of Aram called up all his army and went to lay siege to Samaria.
But afterward Ben-hadad King of Aram gathered all his hoste, and went vp, and besieged Samaria.
And it cometh to pass afterwards, that Ben-Hadad king of Aram gathereth all his camp, and goeth up, and layeth siege to Samaria,
After this, Benhadad king of Syria gathered all his army, and went up and besieged Samaria.
And it came to pass after this, that Ben-hadad king of Syria gathered all his army, and went up, and besieged Samaria.
And it came to pass after these things, that Benadad king of Syria gathered together all his army, and went up, and besieged Samaria.
But some time later, Ben-Hadad, the king of Syria, assembled his entire army, and they went to Samaria and surrounded the city for a long time.
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Study Notes — 2 Kings 6:24
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- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:24
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Context — The Siege and Famine of Samaria
24Some time later, Ben-hadad king of Aram assembled his entire army and marched up to besiege Samaria.
25So there was a great famine in Samaria. Indeed, they besieged the city so long that a donkey’s head sold for eighty shekels of silver, and a quarter cab of dove’s dung sold for five shekels of silver. 26As the king of Israel was passing by on the wall, a woman cried out to him, “Help me, my lord the king!”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 20:1 | Now Ben-hadad king of Aram assembled his entire army. Accompanied by thirty-two kings with their horses and chariots, he marched up, besieged Samaria, and waged war against it. |
| 2 | 1 Kings 22:31 | Now the king of Aram had ordered his thirty-two chariot commanders, “Do not fight with anyone, small or great, except the king of Israel.” |
| 3 | Ecclesiastes 9:14 | There was a small city with few men. A mighty king came against it, surrounded it, and built large siege ramps against it. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 28:52 | They will besiege all the cities throughout your land, until the high and fortified walls in which you trust have fallen. They will besiege all your cities throughout the land that the LORD your God has given you. |
| 5 | 2 Kings 17:5 | Then the king of Assyria invaded the whole land, marched up to Samaria, and besieged it for three years. |
| 6 | 2 Kings 18:9 | In the fourth year of Hezekiah’s reign, which was the seventh year of the reign of Hoshea son of Elah over Israel, Shalmaneser king of Assyria marched against Samaria and besieged it. |
| 7 | 2 Kings 25:1 | So in the ninth year of Zedekiah’s reign, on the tenth day of the tenth month, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon marched against Jerusalem with his entire army. They encamped outside the city and built a siege wall all around it. |
2 Kings 6:24 Summary
[This verse tells us that Ben-hadad, the king of Aram, gathered his army and marched to surround the city of Samaria, which would lead to a great famine, as seen in 2 Kings 6:25. This event is a reminder that God is sovereign over all nations and their rulers, as seen in Daniel 4:17. We can trust that God is in control, even in difficult circumstances, and that He is working everything out for our good, as promised in Romans 8:28. As we face our own challenges, we can look to this verse and remember to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ben-hadad king of Aram and why is he important in this verse?
Ben-hadad king of Aram is the ruler of a neighboring kingdom who is at odds with Israel, as seen in 2 Kings 6:24, and his actions have significant consequences for the people of Samaria, similar to the way God uses foreign leaders to judge His people in Isaiah 10:5-6.
What does it mean for Ben-hadad to 'besiege Samaria' in this verse?
To besiege a city means to surround it with an army and cut off its supplies, which can lead to famine and suffering, as seen in the following verses, 2 Kings 6:25, where a great famine occurs in Samaria.
Is this event in 2 Kings 6:24 a punishment from God for Israel's sins?
While the Bible does not explicitly state that this event is a punishment from God, it is clear from other passages, such as Deuteronomy 28:49-57, that God can use foreign armies to discipline His people for their disobedience.
How does this verse relate to the larger story of Israel's history?
This verse is part of a larger narrative of Israel's interactions with its neighboring kingdoms, as seen in 1 Kings 19:15, where God tells Elijah to anoint Hazael king of Aram, indicating that God is sovereign over all nations and their rulers.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can trust God in the midst of difficult circumstances, like the siege of Samaria?
- How can I apply the principle of trusting God's sovereignty, as seen in this verse, to my own life and challenges?
- What are some ways that God might be using difficult circumstances in my life to draw me closer to Himself, as He did with the Israelites in 2 Kings 6:24?
- How can I be a source of hope and encouragement to others who are going through difficult times, just as the king of Israel was called to be for his people?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 6:24
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 6:24
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:24
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:24
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:24
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 6:24
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 6:24
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 6:24
Sermons on 2 Kings 6:24
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When Spiritual Famine Invades the Church by Brad Allen | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a miraculous healing of an old Chinese lady named Sister Keo who had not taken a step in 20 years. This event serves as a reminder |
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The Heavens Are Opening - Ii Kings 6-7 by Phil Beach Jr. | Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of seeking God's presence and the shelter He provides amidst life's challenges, drawing parallels from the story in 2 Kings 6-7. He highlig |
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12. Ventures of Faith by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of stepping out in faith to discover God's will, illustrating that God can work through anyone willing to venture forth. He warns against pr |
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A Most Unlikely Evangelist by Denis Lyle | Denis Lyle preaches about the story of a most unlikely evangelist, a little maid in Naaman's house, who despite being a captive, displayed unwavering faith, compassion, and confide |
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The Power of the Holy Spirit of God by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the story of the poor wise man from Ecclesiastes chapter 9, verses 14 to 18. The preacher emphasizes that although the world may see the po |
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Nebuchadnezzars Dream by Peter Bisset | In this sermon, the preacher draws parallels between the story of Daniel and the plight of sinners who are under the sentence of death. He emphasizes that it doesn't matter what me |
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The Little City by Raymond Golsworthy | Raymond Golsworthy preaches on the profound message found in Ecclesiastes 9:14-15, using the analogy of a small city besieged by a great king to illustrate the essence of the gospe |






