Now one day he came there, and turned in to the upper room and rested.
Parallel translations
- WEB One day he came there, and he went to the room and lay there.
- KJV And it fell on a day, that he came thither, and he turned into the chamber, and lay there.
- BSB One day Elisha came to visit and went to his upper room to lie down.
- NKJV And it happened one day that he came there, and he turned in to the upper room and lay down there.
- NLT One day Elisha returned to Shunem, and he went up to this upper room to rest.
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Quick answer
Elisha comes and rests in the room prepared for him. The provision she made is now put to its intended use.
Overview
The simple statement marks the fruit of the woman's hospitality being enjoyed. Elisha's regular use of the room reflects an ongoing relationship of trust and care. God's servants depend on such faithful support to continue their work. The scene quietly prepares for the blessing Elisha will seek to return.
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