Now as soon as this letter cometh to you, seeing your master’s sons are with you, and there are with you chariots and horses, a fenced city also, and armour;
Now as soon as this letter reaches you, since your master's sons are there with you, and you have chariots and horses, a fortified city, and weapons;
The writer is addressing military commanders who have all the resources they need - the royal family, weapons, fortifications, and troops - to potentially resist or fight back.
📚 Historical Context
In the divided kingdom of Israel, Jehu had been anointed as king by a prophet under Elisha's direction, as God was executing judgment on the idolatrous and murderous house of Ahab. This letter from Jehu to the leaders in Samaria highlighted the resources they had, such as chariots, horses, a fortified city, and weapons, to defend Ahab's sons. It was a strategic challenge meant to test their loyalty and ultimately lead to the fulfillment of God's prophecy against Ahab's dynasty.
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