5 pairs
In 2 Kings 6:17, Elisha prays for his servant's eyes to be opened to see the heavenly army protecting them, which parallels Psalm 34:7 where the angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him.
Thematic focusDivine Protection, Spiritual Sight.
In 2 Kings 6:18, Elisha prays for the Arameans to be struck with blindness, similar to how Paul, in Acts 13:11, pronounces blindness on Elymas the sorcerer as a sign of God's power.
Thematic focusDivine Judgment, Prophetic Authority.
In 2 Kings 6:20, the Lord opens the eyes of the Arameans, similar to how Jesus opens the eyes of the disciples on the road to Emmaus in Luke 24:31, revealing spiritual truths.
Thematic focusRevelation, Spiritual Insight.
In 2 Kings 6:23, Elisha shows mercy to the captured Arameans by feeding them and sending them home, reflecting the teaching in Romans 12:20 to feed your enemy, thus overcoming evil with good.
Thematic focusMercy, Overcoming Evil with Good.
In 2 Kings 6:27, the king of Israel expresses his helplessness in providing help, which echoes Psalm 146:3's warning not to put trust in princes or mortal men for salvation.
Thematic focusHuman Limitation, Trust in God.