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Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 5:10

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Elisha was not deterred from personally meeting Naaman because he was a leper. He sent a messenger because Naaman had over-estimated his own importance 2 Kings 5:11), and needed rebuke. And wash in Jordan - Compare the marginal references. A command is given which tests the faith of the recipient, and the miracle is not performed until such faith is openly evidenced. return to 'Top of Page'
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