Then she said, Did I desire a son of my lord? did I not say, Do not deceive me?
Then she said, 'Did I ask you for a son, my lord? Didn't I tell you not to give me false hope?'
The woman is expressing her pain and frustration, reminding Elisha that she never asked for a son and had specifically asked him not to raise her hopes only to have them crushed.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 2 Kings 4, a wealthy woman from Shunem demonstrates extraordinary hospitality to the prophet Elisha by providing him a room in her home. Elisha, moved by her kindness, promises her a son even though she is barren, and this miracle comes to pass, but the child later dies unexpectedly. The woman's words in this verse reflect her grief and frustration as she confronts Elisha, questioning whether she ever truly desired the son or wanted false hope.
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