2 Kings 8:3
2 Kings 8:3 in Multiple Translations
At the end of seven years, when the woman returned from the land of the Philistines, she went to the king to appeal for her house and her land.
And it came to pass at the seven years’ end, that the woman returned out of the land of the Philistines: and she went forth to cry unto the king for her house and for her land.
And it came to pass at the seven years’ end, that the woman returned out of the land of the Philistines: and she went forth to cry unto the king for her house and for her land.
And when the seven years were ended, the woman came back from the land of the Philistines and went to the king with a request for her house and her land.
When the seven years were over, she came back from the country of the Philistines and went to the king to appeal for the return of her house and lands.
And at the seuen yeeres ende, the woman returned out of the lande of the Philistims, and went out to call vpon the King for her house and for her land.
And it cometh to pass, at the end of seven years, that the woman turneth back from the land of the Philistines, and goeth out to cry unto the king, for her house, and for her field.
At the end of seven years, the woman returned from the land of the Philistines. Then she went out to beg the king for her house and for her land.
And it came to pass at the seven years' end, that the woman returned from the land of the Philistines: and she went forth to cry to the king for her house, and for her land.
And when the seven years were ended, the woman returned out of the land of the Philistines, and she went forth to speak to the king for her house, and for her lands.
After the seven years were ended, they returned to their home. The woman went to the king to request that her house and her land be given back to her.
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Study Notes — 2 Kings 8:3
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- 2 Kings 8:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 8:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 8:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 8:3
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 8:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 8:3
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 8:3
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 8:3
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 8:3
- Sermons on 2 Kings 8:3
Context — The Shunammite’s Land Restored
3At the end of seven years, when the woman returned from the land of the Philistines, she went to the king to appeal for her house and her land.
4Now the king had been speaking to Gehazi, the servant of the man of God, saying, “Please relate to me all the great things Elisha has done.” 5And Gehazi was telling the king how Elisha had brought the dead back to life. Just then the woman whose son Elisha had revived came to appeal to the king for her house and her land. So Gehazi said, “My lord the king, this is the woman, and this is the son Elisha restored to life.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 22:16 | He took up the cause of the poor and needy, and so it went well with him. Is this not what it means to know Me?” declares the LORD. |
| 2 | Luke 18:3–5 | And there was a widow in that town who kept appealing to him, ‘Give me justice against my adversary.’ For a while he refused, but later he said to himself, ‘Though I neither fear God nor respect men, yet because this widow keeps pestering me, I will give her justice. Then she will stop wearing me out with her perpetual requests.’” |
| 3 | 2 Kings 4:13 | and Elisha said to Gehazi, “Now tell her, ‘Look, you have gone to all this trouble for us. What can we do for you? Can we speak on your behalf to the king or the commander of the army?’” “I have a home among my own people,” she replied. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 8:6 | When the king asked the woman, she confirmed it. So the king appointed for her an officer, saying, “Restore all that was hers, along with all the proceeds of the field from the day that she left the country until now.” |
| 5 | 2 Kings 6:26 | As the king of Israel was passing by on the wall, a woman cried out to him, “Help me, my lord the king!” |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 14:4 | When the woman from Tekoa went to the king, she fell facedown in homage and said, “Help me, O king!” |
| 7 | Psalms 82:3–4 | Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; uphold the rights of the afflicted and oppressed. Rescue the weak and needy; save them from the hand of the wicked. |
2 Kings 8:3 Summary
This verse tells us about a woman who had to leave her home because of a famine, but after seven years, she returned to find that her house and land were no longer hers. She had to go to the king to ask for them back, which shows that sometimes we have to take action and trust God to provide for us, just like the woman did. We can learn from her example and trust God to provide for us, even when things seem uncertain, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Matthew 6:33. By trusting in God's goodness and provision, we can have peace and confidence, even in difficult circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the woman have to appeal to the king for her house and land after returning from the land of the Philistines?
The woman had to appeal to the king for her house and land because, according to the customs of the time, if a person left their property unoccupied for an extended period, they could lose their rights to it, as seen in the story of Naomi in the book of Ruth (Ruth 4:3-6).
What can we learn from the woman's actions in this verse?
The woman's actions demonstrate her trust in God's provision and her determination to reclaim what was rightfully hers, which is a great example for us to follow, as encouraged in Proverbs 24:10 and Jeremiah 29:11.
How does this verse relate to the larger story of Elisha and the woman?
This verse is a continuation of the story that began in 2 Kings 8:1-2, where Elisha instructed the woman to leave her home due to a seven-year famine, and now she has returned, fulfilling the prophecy and demonstrating God's faithfulness (2 Kings 8:1).
What does this verse teach us about God's timing and provision?
This verse teaches us that God's timing is perfect, and His provision is always available, even when we have to wait, as seen in the story of Joseph in Genesis 37:1-36 and Genesis 45:1-15, where God used difficult circumstances for good.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I had to wait on God's provision, and how did He ultimately provide for me?
- How can I, like the woman, demonstrate trust in God's provision and timing in my own life, especially when faced with uncertainty?
- What are some things in my life that I need to 'appeal' to God for, and how can I trust Him to provide and restore them?
- In what ways can I show determination and perseverance, like the woman, when faced with challenges and obstacles in my life?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 8:3
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 8:3
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 8:3
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 8:3
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 8:3
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 8:3
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 8:3
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 8:3
Sermons on 2 Kings 8:3
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Just Vessels by Jackie Pullinger | This sermon emphasizes the importance of ministering to the poor, highlighting how God chooses the weak and needy to shame the strong, and how reaching out to the poor can lead to |
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Love Who You See by Jackie Pullinger | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of loving others and treating them with justice and equality. They share a personal experience of witnessing the vast differen |
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Useful for the Master - Part 10 by Jackie Pullinger | This sermon emphasizes the importance of Christians behaving like Jesus Christ to inspire belief in others. It discusses the need to reach out to the poor and marginalized, especia |
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(The Missing Messages in Today's Christianity) You Who Have Failed Will Be a Blessing by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the characteristics of the Apostle Paul, emphasizing that he did not possess physical attractiveness but was chosen by God to be a mighty Apos |
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Rejoicing in the Lord by A.W. Pink | The preacher emphasizes the importance of being alert and watchful, drawing from the Greek word 'gregoreuo' which means to be vigilant and ready to respond to external influences, |
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Day 18, Matthew 18 by David Servant | David Servant preaches on the humility of children as a model for those going to heaven, emphasizing the importance of humbling oneself, acknowledging sins, repenting, and living i |
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Spiritual Insights 05 Acts 10:36 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not just hearing the word of God, but also putting it into action. He states that the true test of a good sermon is not si |





