2 Kings9
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Chapter Summary
In this chapter: Elisha sends to anoint Jehu. (1–10). Jehu and the captains. (11–15). Joram and Ahaziah slain by Jehu. (16–29). Jezebel eaten by dogs. (30–37).
vv1-10
In these and the like events, we must acknowledge the secret working of God, disposing men to fulfil his purposes respecting them. Jehu was anointed king over Israel, by the Lord's special choice. The Lord still had a remnant of his people, and would yet preserve his worship among them. Of this Jehu was reminded. He was commanded to destroy the house of Ahab, and, as far as he acted in obedience to God, and upon right principles, he needed not to regard reproach or opposition. The murder of God's prophets is strongly noticed. Jezebel persisted in idolatry and enmity to Jehovah and his servants, and her iniquity was now full.
vv11-15
Those who faithfully deliver the Lord's message to sinners, have in all ages been treated as madmen. Their judgment, speech, and conduct are contrary to those of other men; they endure much in pursuit of objects, and are influenced by motives, into which the others cannot enter. But above all, the charge is brought by the worldly and ungodly of all sorts, who are mad indeed; while the principles and practice of the devoted servants of God, prove to be wise and reasonable. Some faith in the word of God, seems to have animated Jehu to this undertaking.
vv16-29
Jehu was a man of eager spirit. The wisdom of God is seen in the choice of those employed in his work. But it is not for any man's reputation to be known by his fury. He that has rule over his own spirit, is better than the mighty. Joram met Jehu in the portion of Naboth. The circumstances of events are sometimes ordered by Divine Providence to make the punishment answer to the sin, as face answers to face in a glass. The way of sin can never be the way of peace, Isa 57:21. What peace can sinners have with God? No peace so long as sin is persisted in; but when it is repented of and forsaken, there is peace. Joram died as a criminal, under the sentence of the law. Ahaziah was joined with the house of Ahab. He was one of them; he had made himself so by sin. It is dangerous to join evil-doers; we shall be entangled in guilt and misery by it.
Key Words
אֱלִישָׁע: Elisha, the famous prophet
נָבִיא: a prophet or (generally) inspired man
קָרָא: to call out to (i.e. properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
אֶחָד: properly, united, i.e. one; or (as an ordinal) first
בֵּן: a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.)
אָמַר: to say (used with great latitude)
חָגַר: to gird on (as a belt, armor, etc.)
מֹתֶן: properly, the waist or small of the back; only in plural the loins
לָקַח: to take (in the widest variety of applications)
זֶה: the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that
Cross References
2 Kings 9Fulfills the original commission given to Elijah at Horeb to anoint Jehu king.
Supported by Matthew Poole, JFB
Direct fulfillment of Elijah's prophecy that dogs would eat Jezebel by the wall of Jezreel.
Supported by Matthew Poole, JFB
Joram meets Jehu on the exact plot of land stolen from Naboth, initiating his judgment.
Supported by Matthew Henry, JFB
Parallel of anointing a king privately long before his public investiture, like David.
Supported by Matthew Poole, JFB
Echoes the identical warning of complete destruction of Ahab's male heirs.
Supported by Matthew Poole
Parallel where profane soldiers and officials brand God's prophets as madmen.
Supported by Matthew Poole, JFB
The Eastern practice of spreading garments on the ground as a sign of royal homage.
Supported by Matthew Poole, JFB
Underscores Jehu's response that there is no peace for the wicked and idolatrous.
Supported by Matthew Henry
The ritual use of a vial/box of oil for anointing kings of Israel.
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Predicts Ahab's house will face the same total eradication as Jeroboam's.
Supported by Matthew Poole
Historical precedent of a dynasty's absolute annihilation, showing the pattern of judgment.
Supported by Matthew Poole
The parallel account detailing Ahaziah's downfall under God's providence through Jehu.
Supported by Matthew Henry
The delayed execution of the curse on Ahab's house, fulfilled in his son Joram.
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Jezebel's mocking reference to Zimri, who assassinated his master and ruled briefly.
Supported by Matthew Henry