2 Kings 2:7

And fifty men of the sons of the prophets went, and stood to view afar off: and they two stood by Jordan.

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Other Translations for 2 Kings 2:7

BSB
Then a company of fifty of the sons of the prophets went and stood at a distance, facing Elijah and Elisha as the two of them stood by the Jordan.
AKJV
And fifty men of the sons of the prophets went, and stood to view afar off: and they two stood by Jordan.
CPDV
And fifty men from the sons of the prophets followed them, and they stood opposite them, at a distance. But the two of them were standing above the Jordan.
ERV
And fifty men of the sons of the prophets went, and stood over against them afar off: and they two stood by Jordan.
NHEB
Fifty men of the sons of the prophets went, and stood opposite them at a distance; and they both stood by the Jordan.
SMT
And fifty men from the sons of the prophets went, and they will stand from opposite from afar off: and they two stood by Jordan.

Commentary for 2 Kings 2:7

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Overview of 2 Kings 2:7
Summary
Prophetic community witnesses final moments
Place
Jordan River
Event
Fifty prophets observe from distance
Estimated Time Period
c. 850 BC
Category
Narrative