Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version And he went with them. They went to the Jordan and began to cut down trees. New Living Translation So he went with them. When they arrived at the Jordan, they began cutting down trees. English Standard Version So he went with them. And when they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. Berean Standard Bible So Elisha went with them, and when they came to the Jordan, they began to cut down some trees. King James Bible So he went with them. And when they came to Jordan, they cut down wood. New King James Version So he went with them. And when they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. New American Standard Bible So he went with them; and when they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. NASB 1995 So he went with them; and when they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. NASB 1977 So he went with them; and when they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. Legacy Standard Bible So he went with them; and they came to the Jordan and cut down trees. Amplified Bible So he went with them; and when they came to the Jordan, they cut down [some of] the trees. Christian Standard Bible So he went with them, and when they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. Holman Christian Standard Bible So he went with them, and when they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. American Standard Version So he went with them. And when they came to the Jordan, they cut down wood. Contemporary English Version and he left with them. They went to the Jordan River and began chopping down trees. English Revised Version So he went with them. And when they came to Jordan, they cut down wood. GOD'S WORD® Translation So he went with them. They came to the Jordan River and began to cut down trees. Good News Translation and they set out together. When they arrived at the Jordan, they began to work. International Standard Version So he accompanied them, and when they came to the Jordan River, they cut down some trees. Majority Standard Bible So Elisha went with them, and when they came to the Jordan, they began to cut down some trees. NET Bible So he went with them. When they arrived at the Jordan, they started cutting down trees. New Heart English Bible So he went with them. When they came to the Jordan, they cut down wood. Webster's Bible Translation So he went with them. And when they came to Jordan, they cut down wood. World English Bible So he went with them. When they came to the Jordan, they cut down wood. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he goes with them, and they come to the Jordan, and cut down the trees, Young's Literal Translation And he goeth with them, and they come in to the Jordan, and cut down the trees, Smith's Literal Translation And he will go with them; and they will come to Jordan, and they will cut woods. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo he went with them. And when they were come to the Jordan they cut down wood. Catholic Public Domain Version And he went with them. And when they had arrived at the Jordan, they were cutting down wood. New American Bible So he went with them, and when they arrived at the Jordan they began to cut down trees. New Revised Standard Version So he went with them. When they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo he went with them. And when they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he went on with them, and they came to the Jordan and they cut trees. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So he went with them. And when they came to the Jordan, they cut down wood. Brenton Septuagint Translation And he went with them, and they came to Jordan, and began to cut down wood. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Axhead Floats…3Then one of them said, “Please come with your servants.” “I will come,” he replied. 4So Elisha went with them, and when they came to the Jordan, they began to cut down some trees. 5As one of them was cutting down a tree, the iron axe head fell into the water. “Oh, my master,” he cried out, “it was borrowed!”… Cross References 2 Kings 2:6-8 And Elijah said to Elisha, “Please stay here, for the LORD has sent me on to the Jordan.” But Elisha replied, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So the two of them went on. / Then a company of fifty of the sons of the prophets went and stood at a distance, facing Elijah and Elisha as the two of them stood by the Jordan. / And Elijah took his cloak, rolled it up, and struck the waters, which parted to the right and to the left, so that the two of them crossed over on dry ground. 1 Kings 19:19-21 So Elijah departed and found Elisha son of Shaphat. He was plowing with twelve teams of oxen, and he was with the twelfth team. Elijah passed by him and threw his cloak around him. / So Elisha left the oxen, ran after Elijah, and said, “Please let me kiss my father and mother goodbye, and then I will follow you.” “Go on back,” Elijah replied, “for what have I done to you?” / So Elisha turned back from him, took his pair of oxen, and slaughtered them. Using the oxen’s equipment for fuel, he cooked the meat and gave it to the people, and they ate. Then he set out to follow and serve Elijah. Joshua 3:13-17 When the feet of the priests who carry the ark of the LORD—the Lord of all the earth—touch down in the waters of the Jordan, its flowing waters will be cut off and will stand up in a heap.” / So when the people broke camp to cross the Jordan, the priests carried the ark of the covenant ahead of them. / Now the Jordan overflows its banks throughout the harvest season. But as soon as the priests carrying the ark reached the Jordan and their feet touched the water’s edge, ... Exodus 14:21-22 Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the LORD drove back the sea with a strong east wind that turned it into dry land. So the waters were divided, / and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on their right and on their left. 1 Samuel 10:5-6 After that you will come to Gibeah of God, where the Philistines have an outpost. As you approach the city, you will meet a group of prophets coming down from the high place, preceded by harps, tambourines, flutes, and lyres, and they will be prophesying. / Then the Spirit of the LORD will rush upon you, and you will prophesy with them; and you will be transformed into a different person. 1 Kings 17:1-7 Now Elijah the Tishbite, who was among the settlers of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As surely as the LORD, the God of Israel, lives, before whom I stand, there will be neither dew nor rain in these years except at my word!” / Then a revelation from the LORD came to Elijah: / “Leave here, turn eastward, and hide yourself by the Brook of Cherith, east of the Jordan. ... 2 Kings 4:38-41 When Elisha returned to Gilgal, there was a famine in the land. As the sons of the prophets were sitting at his feet, he said to his attendant, “Put on the large pot and boil some stew for the sons of the prophets.” / One of them went out to the field to gather herbs, and he found a wild vine from which he gathered as many wild gourds as his garment could hold. Then he came back and cut them up into the pot of stew, though no one knew what they were. / And they poured it out for the men to eat, but when they tasted the stew they cried out, “There is death in the pot, O man of God!” And they could not eat it. ... 2 Kings 5:10-14 Then Elisha sent him a messenger, who said, “Go and wash yourself seven times in the Jordan, and your flesh will be restored, and you will be clean.” / But Naaman went away angry, saying, “I thought that he would surely come out, stand and call on the name of the LORD his God, and wave his hand over the spot to cure my leprosy. / Are not the Abanah and Pharpar, the rivers of Damascus, better than all the waters of Israel? Could I not have washed in them and been cleansed?” So he turned and went away in a rage. ... 2 Kings 2:13-14 Elisha also picked up the cloak that had fallen from Elijah, and he went back and stood on the bank of the Jordan. / Then he took the cloak of Elijah that had fallen from him and struck the waters. “Where now is the LORD, the God of Elijah?” he asked. And when he had struck the waters, they parted to the right and to the left, and Elisha crossed over. 2 Kings 3:16-20 and he said, “This is what the LORD says: ‘Dig this valley full of ditches.’ / For the LORD says, ‘You will not see wind or rain, but the valley will be filled with water, and you will drink—you and your cattle and your animals.’ / This is a simple matter in the sight of the LORD, and He will also deliver the Moabites into your hand. ... Matthew 3:13-17 At that time Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. / But John tried to prevent Him, saying, “I need to be baptized by You, and do You come to me?” / “Let it be so now,” Jesus replied. “It is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness in this way.” Then John permitted Him. ... John 1:32-34 Then John testified, “I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove and resting on Him. / I myself did not know Him, but the One who sent me to baptize with water told me, ‘The man on whom you see the Spirit descend and rest is He who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.’ / I have seen and testified that this is the Son of God.” Acts 8:36-39 As they traveled along the road and came to some water, the eunuch said, “Look, here is water! What is there to prevent me from being baptized?” / And Philip said, “If you believe with all your heart, you may be baptized.” The eunuch replied, “I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.” / And he gave orders to stop the chariot. Then both Philip and the eunuch went down into the water, and Philip baptized him. ... Mark 1:9-11 In those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. / As soon as Jesus came up out of the water, He saw the heavens breaking open and the Spirit descending on Him like a dove. / And a voice came from heaven: “You are My beloved Son; in You I am well pleased.” Luke 3:21-22 When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as He was praying, heaven was opened, / and the Holy Spirit descended on Him in a bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: “You are My beloved Son; in You I am well pleased.” Treasury of Scripture So he went with them. And when they came to Jordan, they cut down wood. they cut down wood Deuteronomy 19:5 As when a man goeth into the wood with his neighbour to hew wood, and his hand fetcheth a stroke with the axe to cut down the tree, and the head slippeth from the helve, and lighteth upon his neighbour, that he die; he shall flee unto one of those cities, and live: Deuteronomy 29:11 Your little ones, your wives, and thy stranger that is in thy camp, from the hewer of thy wood unto the drawer of thy water: Jump to Previous Cut Cutting Jordan Trees Wood WorkJump to Next Cut Cutting Jordan Trees Wood Work2 Kings 6 1. Elisha, allowing the young prophets to enlarge dwellings, floats an axhead8. He discloses the king of Syria's counsel 13. The army which was sent to Dothan to apprehend Elisha, is blinded 19. Being brought into Samaria, they are dismissed in peace 24. The famine in Samaria causes women to eat their own children 30. The king sends to slay Elisha So Elisha went with them Elisha, the prophet and successor of Elijah, is known for his close relationship with the sons of the prophets, a group of prophetic disciples. His willingness to accompany them demonstrates his role as a mentor and leader. This reflects the biblical principle of spiritual guidance and discipleship, as seen in other mentor-mentee relationships like Moses and Joshua or Paul and Timothy. Elisha's presence signifies divine approval and guidance, emphasizing the importance of godly leadership. and when they came to the Jordan they began to cut down some trees Persons / Places / Events 1. ElishaA prophet of God, successor to Elijah, known for his miracles and guidance to the people of Israel. 2. The Sons of the Prophets A group of prophetic disciples or students who were under the mentorship of Elisha. 3. The Jordan River A significant river in the biblical account, often a place of transition and divine activity. 4. The Act of Cutting Down Trees Represents the practical work and preparation for building a larger dwelling place for the sons of the prophets. Teaching Points The Importance of Community in MinistryThe sons of the prophets worked together, emphasizing the value of community and collaboration in serving God. God's Presence in Everyday Tasks Even in mundane activities like cutting down trees, God's presence and purpose can be found. We should seek to honor Him in all aspects of life. Preparation for Growth The expansion of their dwelling place signifies readiness for growth. In our spiritual lives, we should prepare for God to expand our capacity to serve and receive His blessings. Obedience and Initiative The sons of the prophets took initiative to address their need for space, showing that faith often requires action and obedience to God's leading. Symbolism of the Jordan River The Jordan River is a place of transition and transformation. Reflect on personal "Jordan" moments where God has led you into new phases of life.(4) Wood.--Heb., the timber: scil., which they required.Verse 4. - So he went with them. And when they came to Jordan - i.e. to the river-bank - they cut down wood. They set to work, each felling his tree, and fashioning it into a rough beam. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So [Elisha] wentוַיֵּ֖לֶךְ (way·yê·leḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk with them, אִתָּ֑ם (’it·tām) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among and when they came וַיָּבֹ֙אוּ֙ (way·yā·ḇō·’ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go to the Jordan, הַיַּרְדֵּ֔נָה (hay·yar·dê·nāh) Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 3383: Jordan -- the principal river of Palestine they began to cut down וַֽיִּגְזְר֖וּ (way·yiḡ·zə·rū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1504: To cut down, off, to destroy, divide, exclude, decide some trees. הָעֵצִֽים׃ (hā·‘ê·ṣîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 6086: Tree, trees, wood Links 2 Kings 6:4 NIV2 Kings 6:4 NLT 2 Kings 6:4 ESV 2 Kings 6:4 NASB 2 Kings 6:4 KJV 2 Kings 6:4 BibleApps.com 2 Kings 6:4 Biblia Paralela 2 Kings 6:4 Chinese Bible 2 Kings 6:4 French Bible 2 Kings 6:4 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Kings 6:4 So he went with them (2Ki iiKi ii ki 2 kg 2kg) |
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