KJV ORIGINAL
So Gehazi followed after Naaman. And when Naaman saw him running after him, he lighted down from the chariot to meet him, and said, Is all well?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
So Gehazi chased after Naaman. When Naaman saw him running after him, he got down from his chariot to meet him and asked, 'Is everything okay?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Gehazi is pursuing Naaman, and when Naaman notices him coming, he stops his chariot and asks if something is wrong.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs immediately after the Syrian commander Naaman was healed of leprosy by following Elisha's instructions to wash in the Jordan River. Elisha had refused Naaman's generous gifts, but his servant Gehazi secretly decided to pursue Naaman to obtain some reward for himself. Naaman's concerned response shows the respect and gratitude he had developed for Elisha and his household.
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