2 Chronicles 28:15

“And the men that were expressed by name rose up, etc.] Either those before named, (<142812>2 Chronicles 28:12) as Jarchi, and so the Vulgate Latin version; or such as they pitched upon, nominated, and appointed: and took the captives, and with the spoil clothed all that were naked among them, and arrayed them, and shod them; put clothes on their backs, and shoes on their feet, who either were taken or carried away before they could put on their garments, or had been stripped of them: and gave them to eat, and drink, and anointed them; not only fed them, being hungry and thirsty, but anointed them for refreshment after travelling; the Targum is, “washed them”, from dirt and filth contracted…”

“the men which were expressed by name rose up--These were either the "heads of the children of Ephraim" (mentioned Ch2 28:12), or some other leading individuals chosen for the benevolent office. Under their kindly superintendence, the prisoners were not only released, but out of the spoils were comfortably relieved with food and clothing, and conveyed as far as Jericho on their way back to their own homes. This is a beautiful incident, and full of interest, as showing that even at this period of national decline, there were not a few who steadfastly adhered to the law of God.”

“Jericho, which lies much farther from Samaria than many points of the territory of Judah, was perhaps selected because the captives had been carried off principally from this point; or because there may have been less danger of falling in with portions of Pekah’s army on this than on the direct route. return to 'Top of Page'”

“Were expressed - Who were appointed to take care about the management of this business. 2 Chronicles 28:16”

“expressed by name: Ch2 28:12 clothed: Job 31:15-23; Isa 58:7; Mat 25:35-45; Act 9:39; Ti1 5:10; Jam 2:15, Jam 2:16; Jo1 3:17, Jo1 3:18 gave them: Kg2 6:22; Pro 25:21, Pro 25:22; Luk 6:27, Luk 8:27, Luk 8:35; Rom 12:20, Rom 12:21 carried: Rom 15:1 the city: Deu 34:3; Jdg 1:16 2 Chronicles 28:16”