Then Jehu set out toward Samaria. At Beth-eked of the Shepherds, Then Jehu set outThe phrase "Then Jehu set out" marks a decisive action by Jehu, who was anointed by God to be king over Israel and tasked with eradicating the house of Ahab. The Hebrew root for "set out" is "yalak," which often implies a purposeful journey or mission. Jehu's actions are not random; they are divinely ordained and reflect his zeal for fulfilling God's command. This moment underscores the importance of obedience and the fulfillment of divine mandates in the life of a believer. and went toward Samaria
"Samaria" was the capital of the Northern Kingdom of Israel and a significant political and religious center. The journey toward Samaria signifies Jehu's intent to confront the heart of Ahab's influence and idolatry. Historically, Samaria was a city known for its syncretism and the worship of Baal, which Jehu was determined to purge. This movement toward Samaria symbolizes a confrontation with entrenched sin and the courage required to challenge it. At Beth Eked of the Shepherds
"Beth Eked of the Shepherds" is a location that is not widely known outside of this context, but its mention here is significant. "Beth Eked" can be translated as "house of binding" or "house of gathering," suggesting a place where shepherds might gather or bind their flocks. This setting may symbolize a place of decision or judgment, fitting for Jehu's mission of executing divine justice. The reference to "Shepherds" evokes imagery of leadership and guidance, reminding us of the biblical theme of God as the ultimate Shepherd who guides and judges His people. This phrase invites reflection on the role of leaders as shepherds who must sometimes make difficult decisions to protect and purify the flock. Persons / Places / Events 1. JehuThe tenth king of the northern kingdom of Israel, anointed by a prophet to destroy the house of Ahab and eradicate Baal worship from Israel. 2. SamariaThe capital of the northern kingdom of Israel, significant as a political and religious center. 3. Beth Eked of the ShepherdsA location mentioned in the journey of Jehu, possibly a place where shepherds gathered or a landmark on the way to Samaria. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in JudgmentJehu's mission underscores God's control over history and His use of individuals to fulfill divine purposes. Believers can trust in God's ultimate justice and timing. Obedience to God's CallJehu's journey to Samaria is a reminder of the importance of obedience to God's directives. Christians are called to follow God's leading, even when the path is challenging. Consequences of IdolatryThe eradication of Baal worship highlights the dangers of idolatry and the need for purity in worship. Believers should examine their lives for anything that takes precedence over God. The Role of LeadershipJehu's actions as a leader show the impact of leadership on a nation's spiritual direction. Christian leaders are called to guide others in righteousness and truth. Bible Study Questions 1. How does Jehu's journey to Samaria reflect God's judgment and fulfillment of prophecy? Consider the implications for understanding God's sovereignty. 2. In what ways can Jehu's obedience to God's call inspire us in our personal walk with God? Reflect on a time when you had to follow God's leading in a difficult situation. 3. What lessons can we learn from the eradication of Baal worship about the importance of maintaining purity in our worship and devotion to God? 4. How does Jehu's leadership influence the spiritual direction of Israel, and what can this teach us about the responsibilities of Christian leaders today? 5. Reflect on a time when you witnessed or experienced the consequences of idolatry. How did it affect your relationship with God, and what steps did you take to restore that relationship? Connections to Other Scriptures 1 Kings 19:16-17This passage foretells the anointing of Jehu as king over Israel and his role in executing judgment on the house of Ahab. 2 Kings 9:6-10Details the anointing of Jehu and the prophecy concerning his mission to destroy the house of Ahab. Hosea 1:4References the bloodshed at Jezreel, which is connected to Jehu's actions and God's judgment on the house of Jehu. People Ahab, Ahaziah, Dan, Elijah, Elisha, Gad, Gadites, Hazael, Israelites, Jehoahaz, Jehonadab, Jehu, Jeroboam, Jezreel, Manasseh, Manassites, Nebat, Rechab, Reuben, ReubenitesPlaces Aroer, Bashan, Beth-eked, Bethel, Dan, Gilead, Jezreel, Jordan River, Samaria, Valley of the ArnonTopics Beth, Beth-eked, Departed, Eked, Got, Keepers, Meeting-place, Riseth, Rose, Samaria, Sama'ria, Shearing, Shearing-house, Sheep, ShepherdsDictionary of Bible Themes 2 Kings 10:12-15 5328 greeting Library Impure Zeal
'And Jehu gathered all the people together, and said unto them, Ahab served Baal a little; but Jehu shall serve him much. 19. Now therefore call unto me all the prophets of Baal, all his servants, and all his priests; let none be wanting: for I have a great sacrifice to do to Baal; whosoever shall be wanting, he shall not live. But Jehu did it in subtilty, to the intent that he might destroy the worshippers of Baal. 20. And Jehu said, Proclaim a solemn assembly for Baal. And they proclaimed it. 21. …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureCatholic Spirit
"And when he was departed thence, he lighted on Jehonadab the son of Rechab coming to meet him, and he saluted him, and said to him, Is thine heart right, as my heart is with thy heart? And Jehonadab answered: It is. If it be, give me thine hand." 2 Kings 10:15. 1. It is allowed even by those who do not pay this great debt, that love is due to all mankind, the royal law, "Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself," carrying its own evidence to all that hear it: and that, not according to the miserable …
John Wesley—Sermons on Several Occasions False Civilization
JEREMIAH xxxv. 19. Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel; Jonadab the son of Rechab shall not want a man to stand before me for ever. Let us think a while this morning what this text has to do with us; and why this strange story of the Rechabites is written for our instruction, in the pages of Holy Scripture. Let us take the story as it stands, and search the Scriptures simply for it. For the Bible will surely tell its own story best, and teach its own lesson best. These Rechabites, who …
Charles Kingsley—Discipline and Other Sermons Which Sentence Dishonoreth the Holy Martyrs, Nay Rather Taketh Away Holy Martyrdoms Altogether. ...
3. Which sentence dishonoreth the holy Martyrs, nay rather taketh away holy martyrdoms altogether. For they would do more justly and wisely, according to these men, not to confess to their persecutors that they were Christians, and by confessing make them murderers: but rather by telling a lie, and denying what they were, should both themselves keep safe the convenience of the flesh and purpose of the heart, and not allow those to accomplish the wickedness which they had conceived in their mind. …
St. Augustine—Against Lying The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus
THE ISRAELITES IN THE LAND OF CANAAN: THE JUDGES--THE PHILISTINES AND THE HEBREW KINGDOM--SAUL, DAVID, SOLOMON, THE DEFECTION OF THE TEN TRIBES--THE XXIst EGYPTIAN DYNASTY--SHESHONQ OR SHISHAK DAMASCUS. The Hebrews in the desert: their families, clans, and tribes--The Amorites and the Hebrews on the left bank of the Jordan--The conquest of Canaan and the native reaction against the Hebrews--The judges, Ehud, Deborah, Jerubbaal or Gideon and the Manassite supremacy; Abimelech, Jephihdh. The Philistines, …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 6 Justification by an Imputed Righteousness;
OR, NO WAY TO HEAVEN BUT BY JESUS CHRIST. ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. This is one of those ten excellent manuscripts which were found among Bunyan's papers after his decease in 1688. It had been prepared by him for publication, but still wanted a few touches of his masterly hand, and a preface in his characteristic style. He had, while a prisoner for nonconformity, in 1672, published a treatise upon this subject, in reply to Mr. Fowler, who was soon after created Bishop of Gloucester; but that was …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 The Whole Heart
LET me give the principal passages in which the words "the whole heart," "all the heart," are used. A careful study of them will show how wholehearted love and service is what God has always asked, because He can, in the very nature of things, ask nothing less. The prayerful and believing acceptance of the words will waken the assurance that such wholehearted love and service is exactly the blessing the New Covenant was meant to make possible. That assurance will prepare us for turning to the Omnipotence …
Andrew Murray—The Two Covenants Elucidations.
I. (Deadly Sins, cap. ix., p. 356.) To maintain a modern and wholly uncatholic system of Penitence, the schoolmen invented a technical scheme of sins mortal and sins venial, which must not be read into the Fathers, who had no such technicalities in mind. By "deadly sins" they meant all such as St. John recognizes (1 John v. 16-17) and none other; that is to say sins of surprise and infirmity, sins having in them no malice or wilful disobedience, such as an impatient word, or a momentary neglect of …
Tertullian—The Five Books Against Marcion The Instrumentality of the Wicked Employed by God, While He Continues Free from Every Taint.
1. The carnal mind the source of the objections which are raised against the Providence of God. A primary objection, making a distinction between the permission and the will of God, refuted. Angels and men, good and bad, do nought but what has been decreed by God. This proved by examples. 2. All hidden movements directed to their end by the unseen but righteous instigation of God. Examples, with answers to objections. 3. These objections originate in a spirit of pride and blasphemy. Objection, that …
John Calvin—The Institutes of the Christian Religion Kings
The book[1] of Kings is strikingly unlike any modern historical narrative. Its comparative brevity, its curious perspective, and-with some brilliant exceptions--its relative monotony, are obvious to the most cursory perusal, and to understand these things is, in large measure, to understand the book. It covers a period of no less than four centuries. Beginning with the death of David and the accession of Solomon (1 Kings i., ii.) it traverses his reign with considerable fulness (1 Kings iii.-xi.), …
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