2 Kings 6:13

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

فَقالَ مَلِكُ أرامَ: «اذهَبُوا وَابحَثُوا عَنْهُ، لأنِّي سَأسجِنُهُ.» فَقالُوا لَهُ: «إنَّ ألِيشَعَ فِي دُوثانَ.»

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a king giving orders to find Elisha, a prophet. He wants to capture Elisha and is told that Elisha is in Dothan. It shows the king's determination to find and capture Elisha.

Explained for Children

Imagine you lost your favorite toy and really wanted to find it. You ask your friend to look for it. Your friend finds out where it is and tells you. That’s like what’s happening here, but with a king trying to find a special person named Elisha.

Historical Background

The Book of 2 Kings was likely written by multiple authors around 560 BC. It tells the history of Israel and Judah, focusing on the kings and prophets. This verse is set during the reign of the king of Aram, who is pursuing Elisha, a prophet of God.

Living It Out Today

This verse reminds us of situations where someone might be chasing after us, whether it’s a bully at school or someone who wants to hurt us. Just as Elisha had God’s protection, we can trust in God’s protection in difficult situations.

Topics

• protection
• pursuit
• faith
• determination
• divine intervention
• trust

Related Verses

• Joshua 2:1-21
• 1 Kings 19:1-18
• Isaiah 41:10
• Matthew 10:29-31
• Romans 8:31-39

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the king mentioned in 2 Kings 6:13?

The king in this verse is likely the king of Aram, who is pursuing Elisha, the prophet of God. He wanted to capture Elisha and was determined to find him.

Why was the king trying to capture Elisha?

The king of Aram may have seen Elisha as a threat to his power or simply wanted to capture him to gain a strategic advantage. In the context of the Bible, this pursuit reflects the ongoing conflict between God's people and their enemies.

How does 2 Kings 6:13 relate to the theme of divine intervention?

This verse highlights the theme of divine intervention by showing how God, through Elisha, can protect his people from their enemies. Despite the king's efforts to capture Elisha, God's protection ensured Elisha’s safety.

What can we learn from this verse about trust in God?

This verse teaches us to trust in God’s protection and provision, even in difficult situations. Just as Elisha was protected from the king’s pursuit, we can trust that God will protect us and provide for us in our times of need.