And the people went out, and spoiled the tents of the Syrians. So a measure of fine flour was sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, according to the word of the LORD.
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Interpretation
Here see the wants of Israel supplied in a way they little thought of, which should encourage us to depend upon the power and goodness of God in our greatest straits. God's promise may be safely relied on, for no word of his shall fall to the ground.
Read with
This thought runs through 2 Kings 7:12-16.
Glossary
- Samaria Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Samaria.