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Who did Elisha send to anoint Jehu, the son of Nimshi (2 Kgs 9:1)?
Where did Elisha send one of the company of the prophets to anoint Jehu (2 Kgs 9:1)?
Elisha told one of the company of the prophets to do all of the following in regard to Jehu EXCEPT (2 Kgs 9:1)?
Who was one of the company of the prophets sent by Elisha to anoint king of Israel at Ramoth Gilead (2 Kgs 9:2)?
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Who was Jehu's father (2 Kgs 9:2)?
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Where was one of the company of the prophets to take Jehu when he anointed him king (2 Kgs 9:2)?
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What was one of the company of the prophets to do with the flask of oil when he anointed Jehu king of Israel (2 Kgs 9:3)?
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What was the prophet to say when he anointed Jehu king of Israel (2 Kgs 9:3)?
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What did Elisha tell the prophet to do after he had anointed Jehu king of Israel in an inner room (2 Kgs 9:3)?
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When the prophet arrived at Ramoth Gilead how did he identify and locate Jehu (2 Kgs 9:4)?
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What did the prophet tell Jehu he was to do when he anointed him with oil (2 Kgs 9:7)?
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The prophet told Jehu all of the following things were to happen as he became king EXCEPT (2 Kgs 9:7f)
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Where would Jezebel be eaten by dogs (2 Kgs 9:10)?
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When Jehu came out of the room after being anointed how did his officers identify the prophet of God (2 Kgs 9:11)?
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When Jehu told his men that the prophet had anointed him king of Israel his men did all of the following EXCEPT (2 Kgs 9:13)?
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Who was Joram defending Ramoth Gilead against when Jehu conspired against him (2 Kgs 9:14)?
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Where had Joram king of Israel returned to recover from his wounds after defending Ramoth Gilead (2 Kgs 9:15)?
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Study Notes
Anointing of Jehu
- Elisha sent a company of prophets to anoint Jehu, son of Nimshi, as king of Israel in Ramoth Gilead.
- Jehu was specifically chosen to fulfill God's leadership role in Israel.
Instructions for Anointing
- The prophet was instructed to tuck his cloak into his belt and take a flask of olive oil for the anointing.
- Anointing took place in an inner room; the prophet was to pour the oil on Jehu’s head and declare him king based on divine instruction.
Jehu's Mandate
- Jehu's mission included the destruction of Ahab's house, indicating a significant shift in leadership for Israel.
- The prophecy foretold the demise of Ahab's descendants and warned of Jezebel's fate, stating she would be eaten by dogs in Jezreel.
Jehu's Recognition
- Upon emerging from the inner room, Jehu's officers recognized the prophet as a "madman," highlighting their surprise.
- The anointing was met with enthusiasm as his men proclaimed him king, spread their cloaks under him, and blew trumpets in recognition.
Context of Jehu's Kingship
- Joram, king of Israel, was defending against Hazael of Aram when Jehu plotted against him.
- After sustained injuries, Joram had retreated to Jezreel, which set the stage for Jehu's uprising.
Prophetic Declarations
- Elisha's prophecy included specifics about the consequences for Ahab's lineage and the judgment upon Baal worship in Israel.
- Jehu was informed that the total eradication of Ahab's house would occur as part of God's judgment.
These notes encapsulate the vital events and instructions surrounding Jehu's anointing and mission as king, reflecting the theological and historical significance in the narrative.
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