And the king of Israel sent to the place which the man of God told him and warned him of, and saved himself there, not once nor twice.
So the king of Israel sent soldiers to the place that God's prophet had told him about and warned him of danger, and he protected himself there many times, not just once or twice.
The writer is showing how the king of Israel repeatedly acted on the prophet Elisha's warnings and kept himself safe from enemy attacks.
📚 Historical Context
In the 9th century BC, during the reign of King Joram of Israel, the prophet Elisha was divinely guided to reveal the secret military plans of the Syrian king, who was plotting ambushes against Israel. This allowed the king of Israel to take precautions and avoid danger multiple times, demonstrating God's protection through His prophet. The verse is part of a larger narrative in the books of Kings that showcases Elisha's miracles and his role in guiding the nation during times of conflict.
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