Key Figures — 2 Kings 8

5 figures

1. Elisha

   Prophet of God and advisor to the kings of Israel and Judah.

   Elisha warns the Shunammite woman of a coming famine and later interacts with Hazael, foretelling his future as king of Syria.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 4 (Elisha's previous interactions with the Shunammite woman)
   • 2 Kings Chapter 9 (Elisha's continued prophetic ministry)

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   • #Prophet
   • #Miracles

2. Shunammite Woman

   Recipient of Elisha's prophetic guidance and blessing.

   The Shunammite woman follows Elisha's advice to leave during the famine and later appeals to the king for the restoration of her land.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 4 (Her initial encounter with Elisha and the miracle of her son)

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   • #Faith
   • #Restoration

3. Hazael

   Servant of the king of Syria who becomes king himself.

   Hazael is foretold by Elisha to become king of Syria, and he subsequently fulfills this prophecy by assassinating Ben-Hadad.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings Chapter 19 (Elijah's prophecy about Hazael)
   • 2 Kings Chapter 13 (Hazael's reign and its impact on Israel)

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   • #Syria
   • #Prophecy

4. Ben-Hadad

   King of Syria who seeks Elisha's counsel through Hazael.

   Ben-Hadad sends Hazael to inquire of Elisha about his recovery from illness, but is ultimately assassinated by Hazael.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings Chapter 20 (Ben-Hadad's earlier conflicts with Israel)

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   • #Syria
   • #King

5. Jehoram

   King of Judah during the events of this chapter.

   Jehoram's reign is marked by evil in the sight of the Lord, and his actions are contrasted with the faithfulness of the Davidic covenant.

   Related passages

   • 2 Chronicles Chapter 21 (Further details on Jehoram's reign)

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   • #Judah
   • #DavidicCovenant

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