2 Kings 7:18
2 Kings 7:18 in Multiple Translations
It happened just as the man of God had told the king: “About this time tomorrow at the gate of Samaria, two seahs of barley will sell for a shekel, and a seah of fine flour will sell for a shekel.”
And it came to pass as the man of God had spoken to the king, saying, Two measures of barley for a shekel, and a measure of fine flour for a shekel, shall be to morrow about this time in the gate of Samaria:
And it came to pass, as the man of God had spoken to the king, saying, Two measures of barley for a shekel, and a measure of fine flour for a shekel, shall be to-morrow about this time in the gate of Samaria;
So the words of the man of God came true, which he said to the king: Two measures of barley will be offered for the price of a shekel and a measure of good meal for a shekel, tomorrow about this time in the market-place of Samaria.
What the man of God had told the king also came true when he said, “Around this time tomorrow a seah of the best flour will sell for a shekel, and two seahs of barley will sell for a shekel at the gate of Samaria.”
And it came to passe, as the man of God had spoken to the King, saying, Two measures of barley at a shekel, and a measure of fine floure shall be at a shekel, to morowe about this time in the gate of Samaria.
yea, it cometh to pass, according to the speaking of the man of God unto the king, saying, 'Two measures of barley at a shekel, and a measure of fine flour at a shekel are, at this time to-morrow, in the gate of Samaria;'
It happened as the man of God had spoken to the king, saying, “Two seahs of barley for a shekel, and a seah of fine flour for a shekel, shall be tomorrow about this time in the gate of Samaria;”
And it came to pass as the man of God had spoken to the king, saying, Two measures of barley for a shekel, and a measure of fine flour for a shekel, shall be to-morrow about this time in the gate of Samaria:
And it came to pass according to the word of the man of God, which he spoke to the king, when he said: Two bushels of barley shall be for a stater, and a bushel of fine flour for a stater, at this very time tomorrow in the gate of Samaria.
Elisha had told him that by the next day there would be plenty of food, with the result that anyone could buy ten pounds of fine wheat or 20 pounds of barley for only one piece of silver.
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Context — Elisha’s Prophecy Fulfilled
18It happened just as the man of God had told the king: “About this time tomorrow at the gate of Samaria, two seahs of barley will sell for a shekel, and a seah of fine flour will sell for a shekel.”
19And the officer had answered the man of God, “Look, even if the LORD were to make windows in heaven, could this really happen?” So Elisha had replied, “You will see it with your own eyes, but you will not eat any of it!” 20And that is just what happened to him. The people trampled him in the gateway, and he died.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 18:14 | Is anything too difficult for the LORD? At the appointed time I will return to you—in about a year—and Sarah will have a son.” |
| 2 | 2 Kings 7:1–2 | Then Elisha said, “Hear the word of the LORD! This is what the LORD says: ‘About this time tomorrow at the gate of Samaria, a seah of fine flour will sell for a shekel, and two seahs of barley will sell for a shekel.’” But the officer on whose arm the king leaned answered the man of God, “Look, even if the LORD were to make windows in heaven, could this really happen?” “You will see it with your own eyes,” replied Elisha, “but you will not eat any of it.” |
| 3 | 2 Kings 6:32 | Now Elisha was sitting in his house, and the elders were sitting with him. The king sent a messenger ahead, but before he arrived, Elisha said to the elders, “Do you see how this murderer has sent someone to cut off my head? Look, when the messenger comes, shut the door to keep him out. Is not the sound of his master’s footsteps behind him?” |
2 Kings 7:18 Summary
This verse is about a promise made by the man of God, Elisha, that there would be plenty of food in Samaria by the next day, which seemed impossible at the time. The prices mentioned, two seahs of barley and a seah of fine flour for a shekel, show how God can turn a situation of scarcity into one of abundance, as seen in other parts of the Bible, such as in Exodus 16:4 where God provided manna for the Israelites. This reminds us that God is always faithful to His promises, even when they seem impossible, just as Jesus taught in Matthew 19:26. By trusting in God's Word, we can experience His provision and care in our own lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the prices mentioned in 2 Kings 7:18?
The prices mentioned, two seahs of barley and a seah of fine flour for a shekel, indicate a dramatic reversal of the economic situation in Samaria, from famine to abundance, as prophesied by the man of God, and fulfilled as seen in 2 Kings 7:16.
Who is the man of God referred to in 2 Kings 7:18?
The man of God is Elisha, a prophet of the Lord, who had spoken the words quoted in this verse, as seen in the context of 2 Kings 7:17 and 19.
What is the gate of Samaria where these transactions will occur?
The gate of Samaria refers to the city gate, a central location where business and trade would take place, similar to how city gates functioned in other biblical cities, such as in Deuteronomy 21:19 and Ruth 4:1.
How does this verse relate to the officer's skepticism in 2 Kings 7:19?
This verse serves as a backdrop to the officer's skepticism, as his doubt is directly related to the prophecy mentioned here, which he found hard to believe, similar to the skepticism seen in other biblical accounts, such as in Numbers 20:12.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am struggling to trust God's promises, and how can I apply the lesson of faith from this verse?
- In what ways can I be more mindful of God's provision and care in my daily life, just as the people of Samaria experienced a dramatic turnaround?
- How does the fulfillment of prophecy in this verse encourage me to trust in God's Word and His faithfulness?
- What are some 'gates' in my life where I need to see God's abundance and provision, and how can I pray for that?
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