Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Now bands of raiders from Aram had gone out and had taken captive a young girl from Israel, and she served Naaman’s wife. New Living Translation At this time Aramean raiders had invaded the land of Israel, and among their captives was a young girl who had been given to Naaman’s wife as a maid. English Standard Version Now the Syrians on one of their raids had carried off a little girl from the land of Israel, and she worked in the service of Naaman’s wife. Berean Standard Bible At this time the Arameans had gone out in bands and had taken a young girl from the land of Israel, and she was serving Naaman’s wife. Berean Literal Bible And Aram had gone out in bands, and had brought back captive from the land of Israel a young girl. And she waited before the face of the wife of Naaman. King James Bible And the Syrians had gone out by companies, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid; and she waited on Naaman's wife. New King James Version And the Syrians had gone out on raids, and had brought back captive a young girl from the land of Israel. She waited on Naaman’s wife. New American Standard Bible Now the Arameans had gone out in bands and had taken captive a little girl from the land of Israel; and she waited on Naaman’s wife. NASB 1995 Now the Arameans had gone out in bands and had taken captive a little girl from the land of Israel; and she waited on Naaman’s wife. NASB 1977 Now the Arameans had gone out in bands, and had taken captive a little girl from the land of Israel; and she waited on Naaman’s wife. Legacy Standard Bible Now the Arameans had gone out in marauding bands and had taken captive a little girl from the land of Israel; and she waited on Naaman’s wife. Amplified Bible The Arameans (Syrians) had gone out in bands [as raiders] and had taken captive a little girl from the land of Israel; and she waited on Naaman’s wife [as a servant]. Berean Annotated Bible At this time the Arameans (exalted) had gone out in bands and had taken a young girl from the land of Israel (he wrestles with God), and she was serving Naaman’s (pleasantness) wife. Christian Standard Bible Aram had gone on raids and brought back from the land of Israel a young girl who served Naaman’s wife. Holman Christian Standard Bible Aram had gone on raids and brought back from the land of Israel a young girl who served Naaman’s wife. American Standard Version And the Syrians had gone out in bands, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maiden; and she waited on Naaman's wife. Contemporary English Version One day while the Syrian troops were raiding Israel, they captured a girl, and she became a servant of Naaman's wife. English Revised Version And the Syrians had gone out in bands, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid; and she waited on Naaman's wife. GOD'S WORD® Translation Once, when the Arameans went on raids, they had brought back a little girl from Israel. She became the servant of Naaman's wife. Good News Translation In one of their raids against Israel, the Syrians had carried off a little Israelite girl, who became a servant of Naaman's wife. International Standard Version On one of their raids to the territory of Israel, Aram had taken captive a young girl when she was an infant, who had eventually become an attendant to Naaman's wife. NET Bible Raiding parties went out from Syria and took captive from the land of Israel a young girl, who became a servant to Naaman's wife. New Heart English Bible The Arameans had gone out in bands, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maiden; and she waited on Naaman's wife. Webster's Bible Translation And the Syrians had gone out by companies, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid; and she waited on Naaman's wife. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAt this time the Arameans had gone out in bands and had taken a young girl from the land of Israel, and she was serving Naaman’s wife. World English Bible The Syrians had gone out in bands, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little girl, and she waited on Naaman’s wife. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the Arameans have gone out [by] troops, and they take a little girl captive out of the land of Israel, and she is before the wife of Naaman, Berean Literal Bible And Aram had gone out in bands, and had brought back captive from the land of Israel a young girl. And she waited before the face of the wife of Naaman. Young's Literal Translation And the Aramaeans have gone out by troops, and they take captive out of the land of Israel a little damsel, and she is before the wife of Naaman, Smith's Literal Translation And Aram will go forth by troops, and take captive from the land of Israel a little girl; and she will be before Naaman's wife. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow there had gone out robbers from Syria, and had led away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid, and she waited upon Naaman's wife. Catholic Public Domain Version Now robbers had gone out from Syria, and they had led away captive, from the land of Israel, a little girl. And she was in the service of the wife of Naaman. New American Bible Now the Arameans had captured from the land of Israel in a raid a little girl, who became the servant of Naaman’s wife. New Revised Standard Version Now the Arameans on one of their raids had taken a young girl captive from the land of Israel, and she served Naaman’s wife. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the Arameans had gone out raiding, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid; and she waited on Naaman's wife. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the Edomites went out with robbers and took captive from the land of Israel a small girl, and she was in the presence of the wife of Naaman. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the Arameans had gone out in bands, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid; and she waited on Naaman's wife. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the Syrians went forth in small bands, and took captive out of the land of Israel a little maid: and she waited on Naiman's wife. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Naaman Cured of Leprosy1Now Naaman, the commander of the army of the king of Aram, was a great man in his master’s sight and highly regarded, for through him the LORD had given victory to Aram. And he was a mighty man of valor, but he was a leper. 2At this time the Arameans had gone out in bands and had taken a young girl from the land of Israel, and she was serving Naaman’s wife. 3She said to her mistress, “If only my master would go to the prophet who is in Samaria, he would cure him of his leprosy.”… Cross References At this time 1 Kings 20:1-2 Now Ben-hadad king of Aram assembled his entire army. Accompanied by thirty-two kings with their horses and chariots, he marched up, besieged Samaria, and waged war against it. / Then he sent messengers into the city to Ahab king of Israel, 2 Kings 6:24-25 Some time later, Ben-hadad king of Aram assembled his entire army and marched up to besiege Samaria. / So there was a great famine in Samaria. Indeed, they besieged the city so long that a donkey’s head sold for eighty shekels of silver, and a quarter cab of dove’s dung sold for five shekels of silver. 2 Kings 13:3-7 So the anger of the LORD burned against Israel, and He delivered them continually into the hands of Hazael king of Aram and his son Ben-hadad. / Then Jehoahaz sought the favor of the LORD, and the LORD listened to him because He saw the oppression that the king of Aram had inflicted on Israel. / So the LORD gave Israel a deliverer, and they escaped the power of the Arameans. Then the people of Israel lived in their own homes as they had before. … the Arameans had gone out in bands 2 Kings 6:23 So the king prepared a great feast for them, and after they had finished eating and drinking, he sent them away, and they returned to their master. And the Aramean raiders did not come into the land of Israel again. Judges 6:3-5 Whenever the Israelites planted their crops, the Midianites, Amalekites, and other people of the east would come up and invade them, / encamping against them as far as Gaza and destroying the produce of the land. They left Israel with no sustenance, neither sheep nor oxen nor donkeys. / For the Midianites came with their livestock and their tents like a great swarm of locusts. They and their camels were innumerable, and they entered the land to ravage it. 1 Samuel 30:8 and David inquired of the LORD: “Should I pursue these raiders? Will I overtake them?” “Pursue them,” the LORD replied, “for you will surely overtake them and rescue the captives.” and had taken a young girl from the land of Israel, 1 Samuel 30:2 They had taken captive the women and all who were there, both young and old. They had not killed anyone, but had carried them off as they went on their way. Exodus 21:16 Whoever kidnaps another man must be put to death, whether he sells him or the man is found in his possession. Deuteronomy 24:7 If a man is caught kidnapping one of his Israelite brothers, whether he treats him as a slave or sells him, the kidnapper must die. So you must purge the evil from among you. and she was serving Naaman’s wife. Genesis 16:1-4 Now Abram’s wife Sarai had borne him no children, but she had an Egyptian maidservant named Hagar. / So Sarai said to Abram, “Look now, the LORD has prevented me from bearing children. Please go to my maidservant; perhaps I can build a family by her.” And Abram listened to the voice of Sarai. / So after he had lived in Canaan for ten years, his wife Sarai took her Egyptian maidservant Hagar and gave her to Abram to be his wife. … Exodus 21:7-11 And if a man sells his daughter as a servant, she is not to go free as the menservants do. / If she is displeasing in the eyes of her master who had designated her for himself, he must allow her to be redeemed. He has no right to sell her to foreigners, since he has broken faith with her. / And if he chooses her for his son, he must deal with her as with a daughter. … Esther 2:9 And the young woman pleased him and obtained his favor, so he quickly provided her with beauty treatments and the special diet. He assigned to her seven select maidservants from the palace and transferred her with them to the best place in the harem. Luke 4:27 And there were many lepers in Israel in the time of Elisha the prophet. Yet not one of them was cleansed—only Naaman the Syrian.” Exodus 2:1-10 Now a man of the house of Levi married a Levite woman, / and she conceived and gave birth to a son. When she saw that he was a beautiful child, she hid him for three months. / But when she could no longer hide him, she got him a papyrus basket and coated it with tar and pitch. Then she placed the child in the basket and set it among the reeds along the bank of the Nile. … 1 Samuel 1:1 Now there was a man named Elkanah who was from Ramathaim-zophim in the hill country of Ephraim. He was the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite. 1 Samuel 17:8-11 And Goliath stood and shouted to the ranks of Israel, “Why do you come out and array yourselves for battle? Am I not a Philistine, and are you not servants of Saul? Choose one of your men and have him come down against me. / If he is able to fight me and kill me, then we will be your servants. But if I prevail against him and kill him, then you shall be our servants and work for us.” / Then the Philistine said, “I defy the ranks of Israel this day! Give me a man to fight!” … Treasury of Scripture And the Syrians had gone out by companies, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid; and she waited on Naaman's wife. by companies 2 Kings 6:23 And he prepared great provision for them: and when they had eaten and drunk, he sent them away, and they went to their master. So the bands of Syria came no more into the land of Israel. 2 Kings 13:20 And Elisha died, and they buried him. And the bands of the Moabites invaded the land at the coming in of the year. Judges 9:34 And Abimelech rose up, and all the people that were with him, by night, and they laid wait against Shechem in four companies. waited on [heb] was before Psalm 123:2 Behold, as the eyes of servants look unto the hand of their masters, and as the eyes of a maiden unto the hand of her mistress; so our eyes wait upon the LORD our God, until that he have mercy upon us. Jump to Previous Aramaeans Arameans Bands Captive Carried Companies Damsel Girl Israel Little Maid Maiden Naaman Naaman's Raids Served Syrians Troops Waited Wife YoungJump to Next Aramaeans Arameans Bands Captive Carried Companies Damsel Girl Israel Little Maid Maiden Naaman Naaman's Raids Served Syrians Troops Waited Wife Young2 Kings 5 1. Naaman, by the report of a captive maid, is sent to Samaria to be cured of leprosy8. Elisha, sending him to Jordan cures him 15. He refusing Naaman's gifts grants him some of the earth 20. Gehazi, abusing his master's name unto Naaman, is smitten with leprosy At this time This phrase sets the historical context during the period of the divided kingdom, specifically the time of the prophet Elisha. It was a time of frequent conflict between Israel and its neighboring nations, including Aram (modern-day Syria). the Arameans had gone out in bands and had taken a young girl from the land of Israel and she was serving Naaman’s wife Persons / Places / Events 1. ArameansA group of people from Aram, a region located in present-day Syria. They were often in conflict with Israel during this period. 2. Young Girl from Israel A captive taken by the Arameans during a raid. Despite her circumstances, she plays a pivotal role in the account of Naaman's healing. 3. Naaman A commander of the army of the king of Aram. He is a significant figure in this chapter, known for his leprosy and subsequent healing. 4. Naaman’s Wife The mistress of the young Israelite girl. She is a secondary character but crucial in the communication chain that leads to Naaman's healing. 5. Land of Israel The homeland of the young girl, representing God's chosen people and the place where the prophet Elisha resides. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in AdversityEven in difficult circumstances, God can use us for His purposes. The young girl's captivity was a tool for God's greater plan. Faithfulness in Small Roles The young girl, though a minor character, demonstrates that God values faithfulness in all roles, no matter how small they seem. Loving Our Enemies The young girl's concern for Naaman's well-being exemplifies the call to love and serve even those who may be considered enemies. Witnessing Through Actions Her actions and words were a testimony to the power and compassion of the God of Israel, leading to Naaman's healing and faith. God's Global Mission This account foreshadows the inclusion of Gentiles in God's plan, showing that His love and power extend beyond Israel. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 5:2?2. How does 2 Kings 5:2 illustrate God's sovereignty over circumstances and people? 3. What role does the captive girl play in Naaman's journey to healing? 4. How can we trust God's plan when facing unexpected life changes like captivity? 5. Compare the girl's faith in 2 Kings 5:2 with other biblical examples. 6. How can we serve God faithfully in difficult or unexpected situations today? 7. How does 2 Kings 5:2 reflect God's sovereignty in using unlikely people for His purposes? 8. What does the captivity of the young girl in 2 Kings 5:2 signify about God's plan? 9. How does 2 Kings 5:2 challenge our understanding of suffering and divine providence? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 5? 11. How did Elisha heal Naaman of his leprosy? 12. Why does historical or archaeological evidence seem silent on Naaman's high status and this miraculous event (2 Kings 5)? 13. How can Naaman's leprosy (2 Kings 5:1, 14) be scientifically explained as instantly healed by dipping in the Jordan River? 14. What events are described in 2 Kings? What Does 2 Kings 5:2 Mean At this time• The words locate this event in the days when Elisha was prophet in Israel (2 Kings 5:1), a period marked by both miraculous grace and ongoing conflict. • God is not absent in turbulent seasons; He remains sovereign over the timing of every detail (Ecclesiastes 3:1; Romans 8:28). • The verse invites us to see God’s hand already at work before the better-known miracle of Naaman’s healing unfolds (Isaiah 46:10). the Arameans had gone out in bands • These small raiding parties from Aram (Syria) were common along Israel’s northern border (1 Kings 22:1; 2 Kings 6:23). • Scripture consistently shows the Lord using foreign incursions to discipline His people and call them back to covenant faithfulness (Deuteronomy 28:49; Judges 2:14). • The reality of enemy pressure underscores Israel’s need for wholehearted trust in the Lord rather than alliances or idols (Psalm 20:7; Isaiah 31:1). and had taken a young girl from the land of Israel • The capture of this unnamed child is presented as a fact, yet God will turn her hardship into a strategic placement for His purposes, echoing Joseph’s story (Genesis 45:5) and Daniel’s exile (Daniel 1:3-4). • Her youth and vulnerability highlight that no one is too small for God to use (1 Samuel 17:33; Matthew 18:3-4). • The girl embodies the biblical principle that suffering can become a platform for witness (Philippians 1:12; 1 Peter 1:6-7). and she was serving Naaman’s wife • Though enslaved, she serves with apparent faithfulness, reflecting the call to honor God in every circumstance (Colossians 3:22-24). • Her proximity to Naaman, commander of Aram’s army, will open the door for the gospel-saturated testimony that leads to his healing and confession of Israel’s God (2 Kings 5:3, 15). • Her situation illustrates that divine appointments often arise in ordinary duties (Genesis 24:12-15; Acts 16:13-14). summary 2 Kings 5:2 records more than a tragic kidnapping; it reveals God quietly arranging His redemptive plan. A nameless, powerless girl becomes the pivotal link between a pagan general and the living God. The verse teaches that the Lord rules over times of conflict, employs even enemy raids for His wider purposes, values the least in society, and positions His people—however humble—to bear life-changing witness. (2) The Syrians.--Heb., Aram, the word rendered "Syria" in 2Kings 5:1.By companies.--Or, in troops, referring to a marauding incursion made at some time prior to the events here recorded. Brought away captive . . . a little maid.--Comp. the reference in Joel 3:6 to the Ph?nician traffic in Jewish slaves. Verse 2. - And the Syrians had gone out by companies; or, in marauding bands. No peace had been made after Ahab's expedition against Ramoth-Gilead. Hostilities, therefore, still continued upon the borders, where raids were frequent, as upon our own northern border in mediaeval times. And had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid. The marauding expeditions of ancient times had for one of their main objects the capture of slaves. In Africa wars are still carried on chiefly for this purpose. And she waited on Naaman's wife. Either Naaman had led the expedition, and this particular captive had been assigned to him in the division of the booty, or she had merely passed into his possession by purchase, and thus become one of his wife's attendants.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew At this time the Arameansוַאֲרָם֙ (wa·’ă·rām) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 758: Aram -- Syria had gone יָצְא֣וּ (yā·ṣə·’ū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim out in bands גְדוּדִ֔ים (ḡə·ḏū·ḏîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1416: A band, troop and had taken וַיִּשְׁבּ֛וּ (way·yiš·bū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 7617: To transport into captivity a young קְטַנָּ֑ה (qə·ṭan·nāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 6996: Small, young, unimportant girl נַעֲרָ֣ה (na·‘ă·rāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5291: A girl, maiden from the land מֵאֶ֥רֶץ (mê·’e·reṣ) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc and she was serving וַתְּהִ֕י (wat·tə·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be Naaman’s נַעֲמָֽן׃ (na·‘ă·mān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5283: Naaman -- a descendant of Benjamin, also an Aramean (Syrian) general wife. אֵ֥שֶׁת (’ê·šeṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female Links 2 Kings 5:2 NIV2 Kings 5:2 NLT 2 Kings 5:2 ESV 2 Kings 5:2 NASB 2 Kings 5:2 KJV 2 Kings 5:2 BibleApps.com 2 Kings 5:2 Biblia Paralela 2 Kings 5:2 Chinese Bible 2 Kings 5:2 French Bible 2 Kings 5:2 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Kings 5:2 The Syrians had gone out in bands (2Ki iiKi ii ki 2 kg 2kg) |
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