2 Kings 5:21 Meaning and Explanation
“So Gehazi followed after Naaman. And when Naaman saw him running after him, he lighted down from the chariot to meet him, and said, Is all well?”
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Read Full Chapter →Gehazi runs after Naaman, who sees him coming and stops to greet him.
The Context of 2 Kings 5:21
Gehazi pursues Naaman down the road; Naaman, still in high spirits after his healing, welcomes the approach.
What Does 2 Kings 5:21 Mean?
Gehazi runs. His legs carry him faster than his conscience can warn him. Naaman, still riding the joy of his new faith and healing, sees a figure running toward him and does what a grateful man does—he stops. He dismounts from his chariot. Perhaps Elisha has remembered something. Perhaps there is a blessing after all. Naaman's heart is open; he has been healed and he trusts. He greets Gehazi with warmth: 'Is all well?'
The tragedy is already unfolding, and neither man sees it yet. Gehazi's greed is about to destroy Naaman's trust and his own future. The pattern is familiar: one person's covetousness poisons what God has made clean. The servant who stands before a miracle becomes the agent of corruption, and the one healed becomes the one cursed.
How to Apply 2 Kings 5:21 Today
When you are tempted to chase something God has not given you, notice how eagerly you run. That eagerness is often the clearest sign you are being drawn away from God's peace.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Kings 5:21
What does 2 Kings 5:21 mean?
Gehazi runs after Naaman, who sees him coming and stops to greet him.
What is the context of 2 Kings 5:21?
Gehazi pursues Naaman down the road; Naaman, still in high spirits after his healing, welcomes the approach.
How can I apply 2 Kings 5:21 today?
When you are tempted to chase something God has not given you, notice how eagerly you run. That eagerness is often the clearest sign you are being drawn away from God's peace.