2 Kings 6:3
And one said, Be content, I pray thee, and go with thy servants. And he answered, I will go.
Original Language Analysis
הָֽאֶחָ֔ד
And one
H259
הָֽאֶחָ֔ד
And one
Strong's:
H259
Word #:
2 of 10
properly, united, i.e., one; or (as an ordinal) first
ה֥וֹאֶל
Be content
H2974
ה֥וֹאֶל
Be content
Strong's:
H2974
Word #:
3 of 10
properly, to yield, especially assent; hence (pos.) to undertake as an act of volition
נָ֖א
H4994
נָ֖א
Strong's:
H4994
Word #:
4 of 10
'i pray', 'now', or 'then'; added mostly to verbs (in the imperative or future), or to interjections, occasionally to an adverb or conjunction
וְלֵ֣ךְ
H1980
וְלֵ֣ךְ
Strong's:
H1980
Word #:
5 of 10
to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
אֶת
H854
אֶת
Strong's:
H854
Word #:
6 of 10
properly, nearness (used only as a preposition or an adverb), near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc
Historical Context
Historical Setting: 2 Kings 6 takes place during the Elisha prophetic ministry, approximately 850-800 BCE. The chapter's theme (Miracles and Siege) reflects the historical reality of God's compassionate provision through prophetic miracles while both kingdoms struggled with persistent idolatry. Archaeological evidence from this period includes royal inscriptions, administrative documents, and material culture that corroborate the biblical account while providing additional context for understanding the political and social dynamics at work.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this verse contribute to understanding the theological message of 2 Kings 6 regarding god's protection and provision for his servants?
- What does this passage reveal about God's character, particularly His justice, mercy, and faithfulness to covenant promises?
- In what practical ways should this text shape contemporary Christian thinking about faithfulness, worship, and obedience to God?
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Analysis & Commentary
And one said, Be content, I pray thee, and go with thy servants. And he answered, I will go.
This verse contributes to the overall theme of chapter 6: God's protection and provision for His servants. The prophetic ministry served as God's primary means of covenant enforcement, calling both kings and people to faithfulness. During this period, Israel and Judah struggled with persistent idolatry, particularly Baal worship introduced under Ahab and Jezebel.
The narrative demonstrates God's justice in judging covenant unfaithfulness while maintaining His ultimate purposes for redemption.