2 Kings 9:4

So the young man, even the young man the prophet, went to Ramothgilead.

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Interpretation

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.

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This thought runs through 2 Kings 9:4-8.

2 Kings 9:4 2 Kings 9:5 2 Kings 9:6 2 Kings 9:7 2 Kings 9:8

Glossary

Ramoth-gilead Place: Heights of Gilead, a city of refuge on the east of Jordan; called “Ramoth in Gilead” ( Deut. 4:43 ; Josh. 20:8 ; 21:38 ). Modern identification: Tall er Rumeith.