2 Kings 4:33
2 Kings 4:33 in Multiple Translations
So he went in, closed the door behind the two of them, and prayed to the LORD.
He went in therefore, and shut the door upon them twain, and prayed unto the LORD.
He went in therefore, and shut the door upon them twain, and prayed unto Jehovah.
So he went in, and shutting the door on the two of them, made prayer to the Lord.
He went in, shut the door behind them both, and prayed to the Lord.
He went in therefore, and shut the doore vpon them twayne, and prayed vnto the Lord.
and he goeth in and shutteth the door upon them both, and prayeth unto Jehovah.
He went in therefore, and shut the door on them both, and prayed to the LORD.
He went in therefore, and shut the door upon them both, and prayed to the LORD.
And going in he shut the door upon him, and upon the child, and prayed to the Lord.
Elisha went into the room by himself and shut the door and prayed to Yahweh.
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2 Kings 4:33 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּבֹ֕א
וַ/יִּסְגֹּ֥ר
הַ/דֶּ֖לֶת
בְּעַ֣ד
שְׁנֵי/הֶ֑ם
וַ/יִּתְפַּלֵּ֖ל
אֶל
יְהוָֽה
וַ/יָּבֹ֕א
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
וַ/יִּסְגֹּ֥ר
çâgar
H5462
to shut
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
הַ/דֶּ֖לֶת
deleth
H1817
door
Art | N-fs
בְּעַ֣ד
bᵉʻad
H1157
about/through/for
Prep
שְׁנֵי/הֶ֑ם
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj | Suff
וַ/יִּתְפַּלֵּ֖ל
pâlal
H6419
to pray
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Kings 4:33
וַ/יָּבֹ֕א
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
וַ/יִּסְגֹּ֥ר
çâgar
H5462
"to shut"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To shut means to close something, like a door or a container. In the Bible, this word is used to describe surrendering or giving something up, like in the book of Ezra where the Israelites shut themselves in to pray.
Definition: 1) to shut, close 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to shut 1a2) to close, close up 1a3) closed up, closely joined, shut up 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be shut up 1b2) to be shut or closed 1c) (Piel) to shut up, deliver up 1d) (Pual) to be shut up 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to deliver up 1e2) to shut up, imprison 2) pure gold Aramaic equivalent: se.gar (סְגַר "to shut" H5463)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: close up, deliver (up), give over (up), inclose, [idiom] pure, repair, shut (in, self, out, up, up together), stop, [idiom] straitly. See also: Genesis 2:21; 1 Kings 11:27; Psalms 17:10.
הַ/דֶּ֖לֶת
deleth
H1817
"door"
Art | N-fs
A door is something that swings, like the valve of a door or gate. In the Bible, doors can represent entrance or access, as seen in Psalm 141:3 where David asks God to set a door on his lips.
Definition: door (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: door (two-leaved), gate, leaf, lid. (Psalm 141:3). See also: Genesis 19:6; 2 Chronicles 28:24; Psalms 78:23.
בְּעַ֣ד
bᵉʻad
H1157
"about/through/for"
Prep
This word means about, through, or for something, often used to describe location or action. It can be translated as 'about', 'at', 'by', or 'through', depending on the context in which it is used.
Definition: 1) behind, through, round about, on behalf of, away from, about 1a) through (of action) 1b) behind (with verbs of shutting) 1c) about (with verbs of fencing) 1d) on behalf of (metaph. especially with Hithpael)
Usage: Occurs in 81 OT verses. KJV: about, at by (means of), for, over, through, up (-on), within. See also: Genesis 7:16; 2 Chronicles 30:18; Psalms 3:4.
שְׁנֵי/הֶ֑ם
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj | Suff
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
וַ/יִּתְפַּלֵּ֖ל
pâlal
H6419
"to pray"
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3ms
To pray or intercede, as seen in the Bible when people like Moses and David prayed to God for guidance and help, often using this Hebrew word to describe their actions.
Definition: 1) to intervene, interpose, pray 1a) (Piel) to mediate, judge 1b)(Hithpael) 1b1) to intercede 1b2) to pray
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: intreat, judge(-ment), (make) pray(-er, -ing), make supplication. See also: Genesis 20:7; 2 Chronicles 6:34; Psalms 5:3.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
Study Notes — 2 Kings 4:33
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- 2 Kings 4:33 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 4:33
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 4:33
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:33
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:33
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:33
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:33
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 4:33
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 4:33
- Sermons on 2 Kings 4:33
Context — Elisha Raises the Shunammite’s Son
31Gehazi went on ahead of them and laid the staff on the boy’s face, but there was no sound or response. So he went back to meet Elisha and told him, “The boy has not awakened.”
32When Elisha reached the house, there was the boy lying dead on his bed.
33So he went in, closed the door behind the two of them, and prayed to the LORD.
34Then Elisha got on the bed and lay on the boy, mouth to mouth, eye to eye, and hand to hand. As he stretched himself out over him, the boy’s body became warm. 35Elisha turned away and paced back and forth across the room. Then he got on the bed and stretched himself out over the boy again, and the boy sneezed seven times and opened his eyes.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 6:6 | But when you pray, go into your inner room, shut your door, and pray to your Father, who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 4:4 | Then go inside, shut the door behind you and your sons, and pour oil into all these jars, setting the full ones aside.” |
| 3 | Acts 9:40 | Then Peter sent them all out of the room. He knelt down and prayed, and turning toward her body, he said, “Tabitha, get up!” She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter, she sat up. |
| 4 | James 5:13–18 | Is any one of you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises. Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick. The Lord will raise him up. If he has sinned, he will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail. Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth yielded its crops. |
| 5 | 1 Kings 17:20–21 | Then he cried out to the LORD, “O LORD my God, have You also brought tragedy on this widow who has opened her home to me, by causing her son to die?” Then he stretched himself out over the child three times and cried out to the LORD, “O LORD my God, please let this boy’s life return to him!” |
| 6 | Luke 8:51 | When He entered the house, He did not allow anyone to go in with Him except Peter, John, James, and the child’s father and mother. |
| 7 | John 11:41–42 | So they took away the stone. Then Jesus lifted His eyes upward and said, “Father, I thank You that You have heard Me. I knew that You always hear Me, but I say this for the benefit of the people standing here, so they may believe that You sent Me.” |
| 8 | 1 Kings 18:26–27 | And they took the bull that was given them, prepared it, and called on the name of Baal from morning until noon, shouting, “O Baal, answer us!” But there was no sound, and no one answered as they leaped around the altar they had made. At noon Elijah began to taunt them, saying, “Shout louder, for he is a god! Perhaps he is deep in thought, or occupied, or on a journey. Perhaps he is sleeping and must be awakened!” |
| 9 | 2 Kings 6:17–18 | Then Elisha prayed, “O LORD, please open his eyes that he may see.” And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw that the hills were full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha. As the Arameans came down against him, Elisha prayed to the LORD, “Please strike these people with blindness.” So He struck them with blindness, according to the word of Elisha. |
| 10 | 2 Kings 6:20 | When they had entered Samaria, Elisha said, “O LORD, open the eyes of these men that they may see.” Then the LORD opened their eyes, and they looked around and discovered that they were in Samaria. |
2 Kings 4:33 Summary
[In 2 Kings 4:33, Elisha shows us the importance of seeking the Lord's presence in private prayer, especially in times of need or crisis, as encouraged in Psalm 119:145-152 and Matthew 6:6. By closing the door behind him and the boy's mother, Elisha creates a space for intimate and honest prayer, demonstrating his reliance on God. This verse reminds us that we can trust in God's power and sovereignty, even in the most challenging situations, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Isaiah 40:31. As we reflect on this verse, we can learn to cultivate a deeper and more personal relationship with God, seeking His presence and guidance in our lives, just like Elisha did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Elisha close the door behind him and the boy's mother in 2 Kings 4:33?
Elisha closed the door to create an intimate and private space for prayer, demonstrating his reliance on God and his desire to seek the Lord's will, as seen in other instances such as Genesis 17:17 and Exodus 33:7-11.
What can we learn from Elisha's actions in this verse about prayer?
Elisha's actions show that prayer is a personal and private matter, and that we should seek the Lord's presence in times of need, as encouraged in Psalm 119:145-152 and Matthew 6:6.
How does this verse relate to the concept of faith and trust in God?
This verse illustrates Elisha's faith and trust in God, as he turns to the Lord in a desperate situation, demonstrating the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty and power, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Isaiah 40:31.
What does this verse reveal about Elisha's character and relationship with God?
This verse shows that Elisha was a man of faith and prayer, who sought the Lord's guidance and presence in his life and ministry, reflecting the importance of a personal relationship with God, as emphasized in John 15:5 and 1 John 1:3.
Reflection Questions
- What are the areas in my life where I need to 'close the door' and seek the Lord's presence in private prayer?
- How can I, like Elisha, demonstrate my trust in God's power and sovereignty in the face of challenging circumstances?
- What are the things that hinder me from seeking the Lord's presence and guidance in my life, and how can I remove them?
- How can I cultivate a deeper and more intimate relationship with God, as seen in Elisha's example in this verse?
- What are the ways in which I can apply the principle of seeking the Lord's presence in private prayer to my daily life and decisions?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 4:33
He went in therefore, and shut the door upon them twain,.... Himself and the dead child; that nobody might come in and interrupt him in his prayers for the restoration of it to life, nor see the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 4:33
And the mother of the child said, As the LORD liveth, and as thy soul liveth, I will not leave thee. And he arose, and followed her. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:33
Upon them twain; upon himself and the dead child, that he might pray to God without distraction, and might more freely use all those gestures and means which he thought fit.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:33
2 Kings 4:33 He went in therefore, and shut the door upon them twain, and prayed unto the LORD.Ver. 33. And prayed unto the Lord.] This staff of his - whatever became of the other - was long enough, he knew, to reach up to heaven, to knock at those gates, yea, to wrench them open.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:33
(33) He went in therefore.—Comp. the narrative of Elijah’s raising the widow’s son (1 Kings 17:17-24), which is imitated in the present account. Them twain.—Himself and the body.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 4:33
Verse 33. Prayed unto the Lord.] He had no power of his own by which he could restore the child.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 4:33
33. shut the door upon them twain] There is to be no witness, no parade made of the child’s restoration. The act is in character like that enjoined above in verse 4. and prayed unto the Lord] The whole narrative must be compared with the action of Elijah at Zarephath (1 Kings 17:17-23). There the words of the prophet’s prayer are given. It is to be noted that the prayer precedes every other action. Without that all else will be of no avail.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 4:33
Prayed - Prayer was the only remedy in such a case as this (compare the marginal reference and James 5:16), though it did not exclude the use of other means 2 Kings 4:34.
Sermons on 2 Kings 4:33
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(Australia) a Cry Without a Voice by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the internal struggles and cries of a young person who is feeling overwhelmed and confused. The preacher emphasizes the importance of having |
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The Burdens of Ravenhill - Part 3 (Compilation) by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon transcript, the speaker, Brother Ravenhill, engages in a conversation with a man named Brother Singh about the procedure in his church service. Brother Singh describ |
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Intercessory Prayer - Part 2 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being zealous and passionate in spreading the word of God. He criticizes those who claim to have the best thing in the worl |
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(2008 Usa Tour) Singles Table Talk by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher describes a journey up a cableway to a beautiful mountain, followed by a visit to a tea place and a boat ride around Seal Island. The preacher then men |
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Prayer by Manley Beasley | In this sermon, Dr. James Stewart emphasizes the importance of having both a vision and a strategy from God. He believes that God not only gives us a vision but also provides a str |
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When You Call Down Heaven by Shane Idleman | This sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer as a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare. It highlights the need for a deeper walk with Christ through motives, positioning oneself |
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Chapel of the Air - Characteristics of Revival by J. Edwin Orr | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the impact of revivals in the past and what he would like to see God do among the American people. He emphasizes the importance of having a bu |