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2 Kings 6:21

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The king of Israel said to Elisha, when he saw them, My father, shall I strike them? shall I strike them?

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Map of Palestine (The Holy Land)A general map of Palestine showing towns and regions across the Holy Land.
The Kingdoms of Israel and JudahThe divided monarchy, showing the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah.

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Aram, also called Syria, was Israel’s northeastern rival; its forces pursued Elisha at Dothan

Places in this passage

2 Kings 6:21 mentions Aram, Dothan, Jordan, Samaria and Syria.

Aram · Dosseman
Dothan · Netanel h
Jordan · Bill Rice
Samaria · Ovedc

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