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2 Kings 4:37

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Then she went in, and fell at his feet, and bowed herself to the ground, and took up her son, and went out.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then she went in, fell down at his feet, and bowed to the ground. She picked up her son and went out.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The woman shows deep gratitude to Elisha by bowing at his feet before taking her miraculously restored son and leaving.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context of ancient Israel, the prophet Elisha was a key figure who performed miracles through God's power during a time of political and spiritual upheaval. The Shunammite woman, who had shown hospitality to Elisha, had her son miraculously raised from the dead after he suddenly died, fulfilling Elisha's earlier prophecy. This verse depicts her act of profound gratitude and reverence toward Elisha as she takes her restored child and departs.

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