II Kings · Chapter 5 King James Version

II Kings 5:20

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The Scripture

(20) But Gehazi, the servant of Elisha the man of God, said, Behold, my master hath spared Naaman this Syrian, in not receiving at his hands that which he brought: but, as the LORD liveth, I will run after him, and take somewhat of him.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

Naaman, a Syrian captain afflicted with leprosy, was instructed by Elisha to wash seven times in the Jordan River, and though initially offended, he obeyed and was healed. When Elisha refused payment, his servant Gehazi deceitfully accepted gifts from Naaman and was struck with Naaman's leprosy as punishment.

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