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2 Kings 5

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2 Kings 5:1 [1] The Hebrew word translated leprosy actually is a general term for skin diseases, and whether true leprosy (Hansen's disease) or a lesser disease is in view depends on the context. It is likely that Naaman suffered from leprosy, because both the girl (v 3) and Jehoram (v 7) seem to think that only a miracle can cure him.
2 Kings 5:1 [1] The Hebrew word translated leprosy actually is a general term for skin diseases, and whether true leprosy (Hansen's disease) or a lesser disease is in view depends on the context. It is likely that Naaman suffered from leprosy, because both the girl (v 3) and Jehoram (v 7) seem to think that only a miracle can cure him.
2 Kings 5:6 [2] It is clear from Jehoram's reaction (v 7) that the letter expressly asked him to heal Naaman. It is possible that there was a misunderstanding on Naaman's part or on the part of the Aramean king. More likely, the language of the request was in accordance with a royal protocol, giving credit for the healing to the king of Israel, who, it was expected, would send Naaman to Elisha and not take the request literally.
2 Kings 5:6 [2] It is clear from Jehoram's reaction (v 7) that the letter expressly asked him to heal Naaman. It is possible that there was a misunderstanding on Naaman's part or on the part of the Aramean king. More likely, the language of the request was in accordance with a royal protocol, giving credit for the healing to the king of Israel, who, it was expected, would send Naaman to Elisha and not take the request literally.
2 Kings 5:7 [3] It was a religious obligation among the Jews to tear one's clothing as a sign of grief, or of horror and outrage over blasphemy. Here Jehoram the king does it because he has been asked to perform something which only God can do.
2 Kings 5:7 [3] It was a religious obligation among the Jews to tear one's clothing as a sign of grief, or of horror and outrage over blasphemy. Here Jehoram the king does it because he has been asked to perform something which only God can do.
2 Kings 5:17 [4] In the ancient world, pagans believed a god could only be worshiped on the native soil of the nation which he served. Naaman wanted the soil for an altar (cf EXO 20:24) so that he could worship God in Aram (Syria).
2 Kings 5:17 [4] In the ancient world, pagans believed a god could only be worshiped on the native soil of the nation which he served. Naaman wanted the soil for an altar (cf EXO 20:24) so that he could worship God in Aram (Syria).
2 Kings 5:22 [5] About 60 lbs.
2 Kings 5:22 [5] About 60 lbs.
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