Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version She saddled the donkey and said to her servant, “Lead on; don’t slow down for me unless I tell you.” New Living Translation So she saddled the donkey and said to the servant, “Hurry! Don’t slow down unless I tell you to.” English Standard Version Then she saddled the donkey, and she said to her servant, “Urge the animal on; do not slacken the pace for me unless I tell you.” Berean Standard Bible Then she saddled the donkey and told her servant, “Drive onward; do not slow the pace for me unless I tell you.” King James Bible Then she saddled an ass, and said to her servant, Drive, and go forward; slack not thy riding for me, except I bid thee. New King James Version Then she saddled a donkey, and said to her servant, “Drive, and go forward; do not slacken the pace for me unless I tell you.” New American Standard Bible Then she saddled the donkey and said to her servant, “Drive the donkey and go on; do not slow down the pace for me unless I tell you.” NASB 1995 Then she saddled a donkey and said to her servant, “Drive and go forward; do not slow down the pace for me unless I tell you.” NASB 1977 Then she saddled a donkey and said to her servant, “Drive and go forward; do not slow down the pace for me unless I tell you.” Legacy Standard Bible Then she saddled a donkey and said to her young man, “Drive and go; do not hold back the pace of the ride for me unless I tell you.” Amplified Bible Then she saddled the donkey and said to her servant, “Drive [the animal] fast; do not slow down the pace for me unless I tell you.” Christian Standard Bible Then she saddled the donkey and said to her servant, “Go fast; don’t slow the pace for me unless I tell you.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Then she saddled the donkey and said to her servant, “Hurry, don’t slow the pace for me unless I tell you.” American Standard Version Then she saddled an ass, and said to her servant, Drive, and go forward; slacken me not the riding, except I bid thee. Contemporary English Version She saddled the donkey and said to her servant, "Let's go. And don't slow down unless I tell you to." English Revised Version Then she saddled an ass, and said to her servant, Drive, and go forward; slacken me not the riding, except I bid thee. GOD'S WORD® Translation She saddled the donkey. Then she told her servant, "Lead on. Don't slow down unless I tell you." Good News Translation Then she had the donkey saddled, and ordered the servant, "Make the donkey go as fast as it can, and don't slow down unless I tell you to." International Standard Version So she saddled a donkey and told her servant, "Forward, driver! Don't slow down on my account, unless I tell you!" Majority Standard Bible Then she saddled the donkey and told her servant, ?Drive onward; do not slow the pace for me unless I tell you.? NET Bible She saddled the donkey and told her servant, "Lead on. Do not stop unless I say so." New Heart English Bible Then she saddled a donkey, and said to her servant, "Drive, and go forward. Do not slow down for me, unless I ask you to." Webster's Bible Translation Then she saddled an ass, and said to her servant, Drive, and go forward; slack not thy riding for me, except I bid thee. World English Bible Then she saddled a donkey, and said to her servant, “Drive, and go forward! Don’t slow down for me, unless I ask you to.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd she saddles the donkey and says to her young man, “Lead, and go, do not restrain riding for me, except I have commanded [so] to you.” Young's Literal Translation And she saddleth the ass, and saith unto her young man, 'Lead, and go, do not restrain riding for me, except I have said so to thee.' Smith's Literal Translation And she will saddle the ass, and say to her boy, Lead on, and go; thou shalt not hold back for me to ride except I said to thee. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd she saddled an ass, and commanded her servant: Drive, and make haste, make no stay in going. And do that which I bid thee. Catholic Public Domain Version And she saddled a donkey, and she instructed her servant: “Drive, and hurry on. You shall cause no delay for me in departing. And do whatever I instruct you to do.” New American Bible When the donkey was saddled, she said to her servant, “Lead on! Do not stop my donkey unless I tell you.” New Revised Standard Version Then she saddled the donkey and said to her servant, “Urge the animal on; do not hold back for me unless I tell you.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they saddled an ass for her, and she said to the servant, Drive fast; do not stop to dismount me unless I tell you. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they put her on the donkey, and she said to the Boy Servant: “Drive, and go! Do not hinder me from sitting unless I have told you!” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then she saddled an ass, and said to her servant: 'Drive, and go forward; slacken me not the riding, except I bid thee.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And she saddled the ass, and said to her servant, Be quick, proceed: spare not on my account to ride, unless I shall tell thee. Go, and thou shalt proceed, and come to the man of God to mount Carmel. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Elisha Raises the Shunammite's Son…23“Why would you go to him today?” he replied. “It is not a New Moon or a Sabbath.” “Everything is all right,” she said. 24Then she saddled the donkey and told her servant, “Drive onward; do not slow the pace for me unless I tell you.” 25So she set out and went to the man of God at Mount Carmel. When the man of God saw her at a distance, he said to his servant Gehazi, “Look, there is the Shunammite woman.… Cross References Genesis 22:3 So Abraham got up early the next morning, saddled his donkey, and took along two of his servants and his son Isaac. He split the wood for a burnt offering and set out for the place God had designated. 1 Samuel 25:19 and said to her young men, “Go ahead of me. I will be right behind you.” But she did not tell her husband Nabal. 2 Kings 9:1-3 Now Elisha the prophet summoned one of the sons of the prophets and said to him, “Tuck your cloak under your belt, take this flask of oil, and go to Ramoth-gilead. / When you arrive, look for Jehu son of Jehoshaphat, the son of Nimshi. Go in, get him away from his companions, and take him to an inner room. / Then take the flask of oil, pour it on his head, and declare, ‘This is what the LORD says: I anoint you king over Israel.’ Then open the door and run. Do not delay!” 2 Kings 5:9 So Naaman came with his horses and chariots and stood at the door of Elisha’s house. 2 Kings 9:16 Then Jehu got into his chariot and went to Jezreel, because Joram was laid up there. And Ahaziah king of Judah had gone down to see him. 2 Kings 10:16 saying, “Come with me and see my zeal for the LORD!” So he had him ride in his chariot. 2 Kings 2:2-6 and Elijah said to Elisha, “Please stay here, for the LORD has sent me on to Bethel.” But Elisha replied, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So they went down to Bethel. / Then the sons of the prophets at Bethel came out to Elisha and said, “Do you know that the LORD will take your master away from you today?” “Yes, I know,” he replied. “Do not speak of it.” / And Elijah said to Elisha, “Please stay here, for the LORD has sent me on to Jericho.” But Elisha replied, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So they went to Jericho. ... 2 Kings 6:32-33 Now Elisha was sitting in his house, and the elders were sitting with him. The king sent a messenger ahead, but before he arrived, Elisha said to the elders, “Do you see how this murderer has sent someone to cut off my head? Look, when the messenger comes, shut the door to keep him out. Is not the sound of his master’s footsteps behind him?” / While Elisha was still speaking with them, the messenger came down to him. And the king said, “This calamity is from the LORD. Why should I wait for the LORD any longer?” 2 Kings 8:1-2 Now Elisha had said to the woman whose son he had restored to life, “Arise, you and your household; go and live as a foreigner wherever you can. For the LORD has decreed that a seven-year famine will come to the land.” / So the woman had proceeded to do as the man of God had instructed. And she and her household lived as foreigners for seven years in the land of the Philistines. 2 Kings 13:14 When Elisha had fallen sick with the illness from which he would die, Jehoash king of Israel came down to him and wept over him, saying, “My father, my father, the chariots and horsemen of Israel!” Luke 10:4 Carry no purse or bag or sandals. Do not greet anyone along the road. Luke 9:59-60 Then He said to another man, “Follow Me.” The man replied, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” / But Jesus told him, “Let the dead bury their own dead. You, however, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.” Matthew 8:21-22 Another of His disciples requested, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” / But Jesus told him, “Follow Me, and let the dead bury their own dead.” Matthew 10:37 Anyone who loves his father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me; anyone who loves his son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me; Mark 1:20 Immediately Jesus called them, and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired men and followed Him. Treasury of Scripture Then she saddled an ass, and said to her servant, Drive, and go forward; slack not your riding for me, except I bid you. Then she Exodus 4:20 And Moses took his wife and his sons, and set them upon an ass, and he returned to the land of Egypt: and Moses took the rod of God in his hand. 1 Samuel 25:20 And it was so, as she rode on the ass, that she came down by the covert of the hill, and, behold, David and his men came down against her; and she met them. 1 Kings 13:13,23 And he said unto his sons, Saddle me the ass. So they saddled him the ass: and he rode thereon, … Drive 1 Samuel 25:19 And she said unto her servants, Go on before me; behold, I come after you. But she told not her husband Nabal. Jump to Previous Ass Beast Bid Donkey Drive Driving Except Forward Lead Orders Pace Ready Restrain Riding Saddled Saddleth Servant Slack Slow Stop Unless Urge YoungJump to Next Ass Beast Bid Donkey Drive Driving Except Forward Lead Orders Pace Ready Restrain Riding Saddled Saddleth Servant Slack Slow Stop Unless Urge Young2 Kings 4 1. Elisha multiplies the widow's oil8. He obtains a son for the good Shunammite 18. He restores her son when dead 38. At Gilgal he heals the deadly pottage 42. He satisfies a hundred men with twenty loaves Then she saddled the donkey In ancient Israel, donkeys were common means of transportation, especially for long journeys. The act of saddling a donkey indicates preparation and urgency. This woman, the Shunammite, is taking decisive action, reflecting her determination and faith. Her initiative is reminiscent of other biblical figures who took immediate action in times of crisis, such as Abraham in Genesis 22:3. and told her servant “Drive onward; do not slow the pace for me unless I tell you.” Persons / Places / Events 1. The Shunammite WomanA notable woman from Shunem who showed great faith and hospitality. She is central to the account, demonstrating determination and urgency in seeking help for her son. 2. Elisha The prophet of God who had previously promised the Shunammite woman a son. He represents God's power and presence in the account. 3. The Servant The unnamed servant of the Shunammite woman, who is instructed to lead the donkey quickly. He plays a supportive role in her urgent mission. 4. Shunem A town in the territory of Issachar, where the Shunammite woman lived. It is significant as the starting point of her journey to find Elisha. 5. Mount Carmel The destination of the Shunammite woman's journey, where Elisha was located. It is a place associated with prophetic activity and divine encounters. Teaching Points Urgency in FaithThe Shunammite woman's immediate action to seek Elisha teaches us the importance of urgency in our faith when addressing spiritual and personal crises. Trust in God's Representatives Her journey to Elisha underscores the value of seeking godly counsel and intervention in times of need. Perseverance in Adversity Despite her distress, the Shunammite woman remains focused and determined, exemplifying perseverance in the face of adversity. Role of Supportive Relationships The servant's role highlights the importance of having supportive relationships that aid us in our spiritual journeys. Faith in Action The account encourages believers to put their faith into action, trusting God to work through their efforts and the people He places in their lives.(24) Then she saddled an ass.--And she saddled the ass--i.e., which the young man brought, and probably saddled at her bidding. Slack not thy riding for me.--Literally, restrain me not from riding--i.e., do not stop, or slacken speed. A halt for rest might naturally be taken, as the distance was considerable. Verse 24. - Then she saddled an ass; rather, then she saddled (i.e. "caused to be saddled") the ass - the particular animal which her husband had placed at her disposal. And said to her servant, Drive, and go forward; i.e. "set the ass in motion, and then proceed steadily forward." In the East, each donkey has its driver, who sots it in motion, and regulates its pace. The rider leaves all to him. Slack not thy riding for me - rather, slacken me not the riding (Revised Version), or, slacken not my riding; i.e. "do not lessen the pace of my riding" - except I bid thee.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then she saddledוַֽתַּחֲבֹשׁ֙ (wat·ta·ḥă·ḇōš) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 2280: To wrap firmly, to stop, to rule the donkey הָֽאָת֔וֹן (hā·’ā·ṯō·wn) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 860: A female donkey and told וַתֹּ֥אמֶר (wat·tō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say her servant, נַעֲרָ֖הּ (na·‘ă·rāh) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 5288: A boy, lad, youth, retainer “Drive נְהַ֣ג (nə·haḡ) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 5090: To drive forth, lead, carry away, to proceed, to sigh onward; וָלֵ֑ךְ (wā·lêḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk do not אַל־ (’al-) Adverb Strong's 408: Not slow תַּעֲצָר־ (ta·‘ă·ṣār-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 6113: To inclose, to hold back, to maintain, rule, assemble the pace לִרְכֹּ֔ב (lir·kōḇ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 7392: To ride, to place upon, to despatch for me לִ֣י (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew unless אִם־ (’im-) Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not I tell אָמַ֥רְתִּי (’ā·mar·tî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 559: To utter, say you.” לָֽךְ׃ (lāḵ) Preposition | second person feminine singular Strong's Hebrew Links 2 Kings 4:24 NIV2 Kings 4:24 NLT 2 Kings 4:24 ESV 2 Kings 4:24 NASB 2 Kings 4:24 KJV 2 Kings 4:24 BibleApps.com 2 Kings 4:24 Biblia Paralela 2 Kings 4:24 Chinese Bible 2 Kings 4:24 French Bible 2 Kings 4:24 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Kings 4:24 Then she saddled a donkey and said (2Ki iiKi ii ki 2 kg 2kg) |
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