2 Kings 9:2
And when thou comest thither, look out there Jehu the son of Jehoshaphat the son of Nimshi, and go in, and make him arise up from among his brethren, and carry him to an inner chamber;
Original Language Analysis
וְהֵֽבֵיאתָ֥
And when thou comest
H935
וְהֵֽבֵיאתָ֥
And when thou comest
Strong's:
H935
Word #:
1 of 17
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
שָּׁ֑מָּה
H8033
שָּׁ֑מָּה
Strong's:
H8033
Word #:
2 of 17
there (transferring to time) then; often thither, or thence
וּרְאֵה
thither look out
H7200
וּרְאֵה
thither look out
Strong's:
H7200
Word #:
3 of 17
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
שָׁ֠ם
H8033
בֶּן
the son
H1121
בֶּן
the son
Strong's:
H1121
Word #:
6 of 17
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
יְהֽוֹשָׁפָ֜ט
of Jehoshaphat
H3092
יְהֽוֹשָׁפָ֜ט
of Jehoshaphat
Strong's:
H3092
Word #:
7 of 17
jehoshaphat, the name of six israelites; also of a valley near jerusalem
בֶּן
the son
H1121
בֶּן
the son
Strong's:
H1121
Word #:
8 of 17
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
וְהֵֽבֵיאתָ֥
And when thou comest
H935
וְהֵֽבֵיאתָ֥
And when thou comest
Strong's:
H935
Word #:
10 of 17
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
וַהֲקֵֽמֹתוֹ֙
and make him arise up
H6965
וַהֲקֵֽמֹתוֹ֙
and make him arise up
Strong's:
H6965
Word #:
11 of 17
to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)
אֶחָ֔יו
his brethren
H251
אֶחָ֔יו
his brethren
Strong's:
H251
Word #:
13 of 17
a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance [like h0001])
וְהֵֽבֵיאתָ֥
And when thou comest
H935
וְהֵֽבֵיאתָ֥
And when thou comest
Strong's:
H935
Word #:
14 of 17
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
אֹת֖וֹ
H853
אֹת֖וֹ
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
15 of 17
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
Cross References
2 Kings 9:11Then Jehu came forth to the servants of his lord: and one said unto him, Is all well? wherefore came this mad fellow to thee? And he said unto them, Ye know the man, and his communication.2 Kings 9:14So Jehu the son of Jehoshaphat the son of Nimshi conspired against Joram. (Now Joram had kept Ramoth-gilead, he and all Israel, because of Hazael king of Syria.2 Kings 9:5And when he came, behold, the captains of the host were sitting; and he said, I have an errand to thee, O captain. And Jehu said, Unto which of all us? And he said, To thee, O captain.1 Kings 22:25And Micaiah said, Behold, thou shalt see in that day, when thou shalt go into an inner chamber to hide thyself.1 Kings 20:30But the rest fled to Aphek, into the city; and there a wall fell upon twenty and seven thousand of the men that were left. And Ben-hadad fled, and came into the city, into an inner chamber.2 Kings 9:20And the watchman told, saying, He came even unto them, and cometh not again: and the driving is like the driving of Jehu the son of Nimshi; for he driveth furiously.
Historical Context
Historical Setting: 2 Kings 9 takes place during Jehu's dynasty and the violent purge of Baal worship, around 841 BCE. The chapter's theme (Jehu's Violent Revolution) reflects the historical reality of violent political revolution motivated by zeal for Yahweh but lacking genuine heart transformation. 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 9 regarding divine judgment executed on ahab's house?
- 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 when thou comest thither, look out there Jehu the son of Jehoshaphat the son of Nimshi, and go in, and make him arise up from among his brethren, and carry him to an inner chamber;
This verse contributes to the overall theme of chapter 9: Divine judgment executed on Ahab's house. 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.