Then take the box of oil, and pour it on his head, and say, Thus saith the LORD, I have anointed thee king over Israel. Then open the door, and flee, and tarry not.
Entonces toma la botella de aceite y derrámala sobre su cabeza, y di: 'Esto dice el SEÑOR: Te he ungido como rey sobre Israel.' Luego abre la puerta y huye rápidamente, no te quedes esperando.
El profeta debía ungir al nuevo rey con aceite en el nombre del SEÑOR y escapar inmediatamente después.
📚 Contexto Histórico
In the biblical narrative of 2 Kings, this verse occurs during a time of political instability in the northern kingdom of Israel, where God was executing judgment on the idolatrous dynasty of King Ahab through His prophets. Elisha, acting as God's representative, sends a young prophet to secretly anoint Jehu as the new king, fulfilling a divine promise to overthrow the corrupt rulers. The instruction to flee immediately reflects the high risk of assassination or retaliation from the current regime, underscoring the dangerous atmosphere of royal intrigue in ancient Israel.
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