Such may have been Elisha's feeling. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. Elisha's refusal of Naaman's gift in our passage, and that this expla-nation should be sought in the prophet's judicial deliberations over his servant, Gehazi, incurred after the latter had acquired Naaman's gift (vv. [1] When the Hebrew slave-girl who waits on his wife tells her of a Jewish prophet in Samaria who can cure her master, he obtains a letter from King Ben-Hadad II of Aram to King Joram of Israel in which Ben-Hadad asks Joram to arrange for the healing of his subject Naaman. And he urged him to take it; but he refused. Gehazi told Naaman that Elisha had changed his mind and now Elisha wanted the gifts. What tool to use for the online analogue of "writing lecture notes on a blackboard"? His painting does not focus on Naamans recovery from leprosy or on Elishas refusal to be rewarded, but rather on Naamans conversion to the true faith.13. Gehazi's heart should have been uplifted with praise for . This is the second contrast we find in this story: that of the pomp of Naaman and Elishas humbleness. He did make use of translucent glazes in certain areas, however, such as the shadows of the red garments and the figures lips. Finally, before embarking for Syria, Naaman makes a strange request: to load two mules with dirt to take back with him. Deuteronomy 8:11-14 , Elisha hearing from God refused out of obedience to God anything Naaman offered because after all he was entitled to payment as a prophet. When he heard of the ministry of Elisha, Naaman was willing to humble his pride, leave his homeland, and travel to Israel in order to see the prophet of God. But Elisha said, As the LORD lives, before whom I stand, I will receive nothing. And that is why, like Naaman, we must come humbly before the Lord to obtain favor and mercy in our time of need. See Albert Blankert, Kunst als regeringszaak in Amsterdam in de 17e eeuw (Exh. Immediately after Babel, Yahweh called Abraham and the nation of Israel was created. Backer A. van Dijck (Landau, 1983), 669, no. He has a dozen years of classroom teaching experience on the college level and another ten in distance education. We would all of us like to do some great wonderful thing for the Lord. And he said, Did not my spirit go with thee, [when you received] when you went out to their chariot and stopped them and you received the money, and you received the garments, and the oliveyards, and the vineyards, and the sheep, and the oxen, and menservants, and maidservants? https://theleidencollection.com/iconclass. For example, the artist often divided the picture plane and juxtaposed his main protagonists in this manner, as in The Disobedient Prophet in the Nationalmuseum Stockholm (fig 5).11 The old prophet in that painting, moreover, resembles Elisha.12, A final question concerns patronage. You can now hide this message or find out more about cookies. One day, his wife's Israelite servant girl told her about the power of God moving through the prophet Elisha. He was a great warrior and highly respected because he had given victories to Aram. Amsterdam, Museum Het Rembrandthuis; Aachen, Suermondt-Ludwig-Museum) (Zwolle, 2008), 3034, 20411, nos. The suggestion that vv. Naaman wanted dirt from Israel because Israel was Yahwehs territory. This also shows the place where the king and the people were at spiritually because the king doesn't think to call Elisha there to heal Naaman. Superbook is a registered trademark of The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc. A nonprofit 501 (c)(3) Charitable Organization All Rights Reserved. 1, J.A. BRILL's mainly English language publications include book series, individual monographs and encyclopaedias as well as journals. He was accustomed to being in charge and to giving the orders. He was a good commander and was held in favor because of the victory that God brought him. But we rebel against that simplicity. In fact, he almost lost out on his healing because he did not want to follow the instructions of Elisha to bathe in the Jordan River. The Bible doesn't say whether God told him not to receive the gift from Naaman, but we see that Elisha was quick to refuse the offer, desiring only to honor God. Lambert Jacobszs interpretation of the story is consistent with Mennonite beliefs. 20-7). I could buy an olive orchard, a vineyard. He did not want sin to come between him and the Lord or to hinder the Lord's work through his life because of his greed. According to the Bible, Naaman was a commander of the army of Syria. As he found himself cured, he praised Elishas god and wanted to thank the prophet by giving him presents. And in fact, they sent a fellow back carrying a bag. 2, Dutch Paintings c. 1600c. Discover God's love and plan for you, Elisha was totally surrendered to God in every area of his life. Vetus Testamentum is a leading journal covering all aspects of Old Testament study. And in the letter it said, "I want you to heal my general of this leprosy." Why should Elisha receive a gift for him? New York, 2020. Help us continue to bring the Gospel to people everywhere through uplifting and transformative Catholic news, stories, spirituality, and more. Nephi called such employment "priestcraft," in which " . Naaman sends a letter to the king saying that he expected the king to heal him! And Naaman urged him to take it; but he refused ( 2 Kings 5:16 ). Amsterdam, Royal Palace) (Lochem, 1975), 4146. Since Jacobsz did not execute large figure pieces after Backers departure, Elisha Refusing Naamans Gifts must have been painted between 1628, shortly after Backer arrived in Leeuwarden, and 1633, when he returned to Amsterdam. 5, Nachtrge, Ortsregister, Ikonographisches Register, Bibliographie (Landau, 1994), nos. Similar decorations are also visible on the sash of one of the servants in De Grebbers version of Elishas Refusal for the Leprozenhuis in Haarlem, while the jewels on Naamans and Belshazzars turbans are nearly identical. Maybe something's gone wrong." Explain that Naaman was healed by Heavenly Father through the power of the priesthood and that priesthood holders cannot use the priesthood to gain recognition or wealth. "I pray that you'll take this blessing.". Read more:What is the difference between Elijah and Elisha? This seems to be, to a certain extent, self-evident. And came whistling in. As Halbertal explains, the goal of the sacrifice is to produce a gift cycle,. And so Gehazi went out from his presence a leper ( 2 Kings 5:27 ). Naaman also renounces his former god Rimmon after being cured by Elisha - acknowledges solely the God of Israel. Abraham van Dijck, Elisha Refusing Naamans Gifts (present whereabouts unknown); Werner Sumowski, Gemlde der Rembrandt-Schler,vol. In Elisha Refusing Naamans Gifts, Jacobsz, a devout Mennonite teacher and biblical expert, was more interested in conveying the conversion of a great leader to the Christian faith than in portraying physical drama.14 With the painting in The Leiden Collection, Jacobsz showed himself to be both a talented painter and an earnest Mennonite teacher. On Backer in his Leeuwarden period, see Jasper Hillegers, Lambert Jacobsz (15981636) en zijn werkplaats. So Elisha catalogs the types of gifts that he refused in order to emphasize his role as a mere channel of the divinity as opposed to miracle-worker. Those were the things which Elisha refused. Jacob Backer, The Tribute Money, 1630s (Nationalmuseum, Stockholm); see Grel Cavalli-Bjrkman, Dutch and Flemish Paintings, vol. 20-7 act epexegetically to Elisha's refusal to accept Naaman's gifts is plausible for three reasons. Man, I could be set up if I just had a little bit of that loot." In the same way, each one of us needs to be careful to check our heart and our motives in pursuing wealth, especially when it has to do with the kingdom of God or ministry to others. 15:15-16 ). But the Lord revealed to Elisha what Gehazi did and prophet rebuked him saying, the leprosy of Naaman shall cling to you and to your descendants forever" (verse 27). 34). Keep them." From whom acquired by the present owner in 2006. 2 Kgs 5:14-17) explains Naaman was a Syrian warlord, who suffered from a grave skin condition (most likely, leprosy). Michael S. Heiser is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania (M.A., Ancient History) and the University of Wisconsin- Madison (M.A., Ph.D., Hebrew Bible and Semitic Studies). However, Elisha's servant, Gehazi, followed Naaman and deceitfully asked for a gift in Elisha's name. The practice in Lambert Jacobszs workshop included the frequent variation and copying of originals by some leading painters of the time, such as Rembrandt van Rijn (160669), Jan Lievens (160774), and Gerrit von Honthorst (15921656). The artist began the composition on top of the ground by painting in part of the architectural setting, leaving a reserve for figures such as Naaman, Elisha, and Gehazi. Naaman was a "ger toshab," that is, he was not a perfect proselyte, having accepted only some of the commandments (Gi. Naamans unusual request stems from the ancientand biblicalconception that the earth is the locale for a cosmic turf war. Naaman was a powerful man and a warrior who was used to giving commands and having those commands obeyed. Rightfully so. Elisha the prophet healed Naaman of his leprosy by the power of the Lord (verse 14), and Naaman praised God and offered Elisha a gift, which Elisha refused to accept (verse 16). I can think of a few favors I would ask of a prophet in a receptive mood, but dirt certainly isnt one of them. Heres where the story usually ends in our telling, but that would result in the omission of one very odd detailwhat Naaman asks to take back home. cat. He didn't heal Naaman. This phrase is used when Moses is in the presence of the Angel of the Lord and the God of Israel at the burning bush (Exod 3:15) and when Joshua meets the Angel of the Lord (Josh 5:15). In 2 Kings 5:1519, the elated Naaman returns to Elisha and begs him to take payment for healing him. In the same way, each one of us needs to be careful to check our heart and our motives in pursuing wealth, especially when it has to do with the kingdom of God or ministry to others. Previous commentary: Next commentary: About this commentary: are made available by the generosity of . In the past, the edges of the painting appear to have been folded over a smaller stretcher about an inch from the current edge. Although opinion varies as to how much a talent weighed (maybe 25-35kg), it was certainly a lot of money. Elisha's refusal of Naaman's gift in our passage, and that this expla-nation should be sought in the prophet's judicial deliberations over his servant, Gehazi, incurred after the latter had acquired Naaman's gift (vv. And he said. Gehazi's acceptance was unacceptable in the frame of Elisha's refusal. He was originally a disciple of Elijah. Now the servant Gehazi, when he saw Elisha turning down these gifts, he began to think, "Wow, what I could do with just a little bit of that loot. It's awfully hard to accept grace gracefully, isn't it? Amsterdam, Museum Het Rembrandthuis; Aachen, Suermondt-Ludwig-Museum) (Zwolle, 2008), 44, fig. R. But despite repeated urgings, Elisha replied, "I will receive none," and Naaman departed ( 1 Kgs. The guy is just looking for trouble. Lepers were shunned and disgraced. "And Naaman said, "Here, take a couple of talents of silver," and he was happy to give it to him. He did not want sin to come between him and the Lord or to hinder the Lord's work through his life because of his greed. Gehazi was Elisha's young messenger and servant. Sale, Sothebys, London, 7 December 2005, no. Scripture says that we can come before the throne of grace to receive mercy and favor in our time of need. Lambert Jacobszs Elisha Refusing Naamans Gifts depicts an episode from the Old Testament story of Naaman, the widely admired commander of the Syrian army, and the Prophet Elisha, who cured him of leprosy. Elishas healing of Naaman in the Bible (the leper [and] commander of the army of the king of Syria) is a familiar story to many (2 Kgs 5:127). lx. Ps. Why did Elisha refuse Naaman's gifts? Why did Elisha refuse Naaman's gift? But Naaman was completely in his right mind. 16001652/3), who executed the biblical narrative as a portrait histori for the regents of the Haarlem Leprozenhuis (Leper Asylum) in 1637 (fig 1).1 De Grebbers work shows some affinities with Jacobszs painting in its compositional format and half-length depiction of elaborately dressed figures, but the two paintings differ greatly in character and in their treatment of the biblical subject. [2][3] Kullanm artlarmz ve Gizlilik Politikamz kabul ettiiniz iin teekkr ederiz. Since 1951 the journals has been generally recognized to be indispensable for scholarly work on the Old Testament. 20-7 act epexegetically to Elisha's refusal to accept Naaman's gifts is plausible for three reasons. I think Elisha was rebuking not only the actions of Gehazi, but also the attitude of his heart. Deuteronomy 8:18 . How could he engage in traditional Israelite ritual? 1 Kings 17:1 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. Naaman then takes his bath in the Jordan river (as a mikveh) and is healed. He said, "Yea, everything's fine, except that my master had a couple of young prophets come in and they didn't have much. Elisha's servant, Gehazi, was not happy. An Israelite maid he had captured advised him to see the prophet Elisha. Send him to me so he may know there is a prophet in Israel." 9 So Naaman came with his horses and chariots and stood in the doorway of Elisha's house. The leprosy that was upon Naaman is going to be upon you and your family. So his king, his soldiers, and the people of Syria heaped praise upon him. Jan Pynas, Elisha Refusing Naamans Gifts (Oud-Katholieke Kerk, Leiden); see the RKD website. Naaman hears that Elisha, the prophet of Israel, can heal him, so he makes the trip. 15, 5). The original support has been lined and its tacking margins have been removed. First and foremost, Naaman's healing is not Elisha's gift: it is a gift freely bestowed by the grace of God, and Elisha is well aware of that. And so they came to the Jordan River and Naaman dipped himself in the Jordan River, and when he came up the seventh time, his flesh was pink like a baby's flesh. Naaman's wife had a servant girl from Israel who said that a prophet there would be able to heal him. Amsterdam, Royal Palace) (Lochem, 1975), 4146. The two works of this subject by Abraham van Dijck (1635/680) and Ferdinand Bol (161680) date from much later. 9:18.) The rabbinical tradition that Naaman was the archer (I Kings xxii. Just to accept the fact that God loves me and to receive His gifts gracefully. 78. And so, he'd like a couple of changes of apparel for them and a talent of silver. The man was also a valiant warrior, but he was a leper. Naaman is understood as Moab in the expression "Moab is my washpot" (Ps. Elisha understood Naaman's request and granted it without hesitation. Discover God's grace, His officers convinced him of the wisdom of obeying the commands of the prophet. men preach and set themselves up for a light unto the world, that they may get gain and praise of the world; but they seek not the welfare of Zion." When Elisha became aware of Gehazi's duplicity, he punished his servant by infecting him with the disease from which Naaman had just been cured. But he listened to the advice of his captains, humbled himself, and obeyed the word of the Lord -- and thus received his healing. You must be logged in to use this feature. (Matt. 2 Now the Arameans had gone out in bands and had taken captive a little girl from the land of Israel; and . Elisha refused to accept the gifts, but his servant, Gehazi, decided he would "run after him, and take somewhat of him." ( ). First and foremost, Naamans healing is not Elishas gift: it is a gift freely bestowed by the grace of God, and Elisha is well aware of that. One day, his wife's Israelite servant girl told her about the power of God moving through the prophet Elisha. 6, unsold). Naaman departed for Syria, but Elisha's servant Gehazi ran after him and told a lie in order to get Naaman's gift for himself. If God was able to cleanse a man of an incurable skin condition why would God need that persons gold, or slaves or cattle? Just to receive from God the simplicity with which God gives to me. This biblical passage is full of stark contrasts. 2 Kings 5:4. Oh how simple it is. This painting was long believed to have been painted by Lambert Jacobsz, but recently has been attributed to Jacob Backer.6. Backer had a great reputation as a skilled painter of finely formed hands. 5; comp. 1800 (Stockholm, 2005), 59, no. If anyone should have known and obeyed the commandments of God, it was Gehazi. See Hendrik Luitje Straat, Lambert Jacobsz, schilder, De Vrije Fries 28 (1928): 74. Why should Elisha receive a gift for him? Naaman returned to Elisha and said, "Behold, I know that there is no God in all the earth but in Israel; so accept now a present from your servant" (verse 15). 26:30. The Septuagint, the Greek Old Testament, uses the word baptizein for the dipping that heals the heathen Naaman from the skin disease called tzaraath. Elisha was totally surrendered to God in every area of his life. In the healing of Naaman we find some interesting things, and one of them is that typically, we, all of us, really have difficulty with just accepting the grace of God. The new baptism takes place in the Jordan River where Jesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ by his followers, was baptized many centuries later. And this is what God said about His land, You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth, that he may confirm his covenant that he swore to your fathers, as it is this day. Elisha refuses. The idea of holy ground is an important element of Israelite theology. Compare translations, take notes and highlight, consult devotionals and commentaries, look up Greek and Hebrew words, and much moreall with the help of intuitive, interactive tools. Elisha refused the gift and sent the Syrian commander away in peace. Learn more about Stack Overflow the company, and our products. The passage ("because by him the Lord had given deliverance unto Syria," II Kings v. 1) upon which the identification of Naaman with Ahab's slayer is based by the Rabbis is referred by G. Rawlinson, however (in the "Speaker's Commentary"), to the Syrian triumph over Shalmaneser II. For example, mentioned in Jacobszs stock inventory is a Naomi and Ruth by De Grebber, which would have been sent to the artist in Leeuwarden from Haarlem, or from Amsterdam via Hendrick Uylenburgh. 2,Dutch Paintings c. 1600c. They also receive 3 DVD's of each new Superbook episode.If you are already a Superbook DVD Club member and have enabled streaming access, please login to access full-length Superbook episodes. And the fact that He gives to me so freely and in such a simple way that I can't get any credit for it. By clicking Accept all cookies, you agree Stack Exchange can store cookies on your device and disclose information in accordance with our Cookie Policy. And so the king of Syria Benhadad sent a formal letter to the king of Israel [and sent Naaman down] ( 2 Kings 5:1-5 ). However, as noted, nothing is known about a commission, and it therefore remains uncertain for whom or which institution Jacobsz originally made this painting. Issues contain fascinating articles in English, French and German, a detailed book review section as well as extensive review articles. Furthermore, the uniform purple color and trim of the gift cloak given in the Leiden Collection painting are somewhat similar to that in De Grebbers The Wrath of Ahasuerus, 1628 (Nationalmuseum, Stockholm); see Grel Cavalli-Bjrkman, Dutch and Flemish Paintings,vol. Now you see, he starts to read his mind at this point, or he starts to discern what was on his heart. cat. Am I God that I can heal him of his leprosy? Pieter de Grebber, Belshazzars Great Feast, 1625 (Museum Schloss Wilhelmshhe, Kassel). Why would he want to? thinks the king referred to was Jehoahaz, while Schenkel ("Biblical Lexicon") suggests Jehu, but the general view is that it was Jehoram. To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use the convenient. Articles like these are sponsored free for every Catholic through the support of generous readers just like you. In The Leiden Collection Catalogue, 3rd ed. A servant of Elisha, Gehazi, seeing Naaman being turned away from offering God offerings, ran after him and falsely asked for clothing and silver for visitors. Naaman was happy to give Gehazi the gifts and then he continued on his journey. This item is part of a JSTOR Collection. Elisha Refusing Naamans Gifts (2020). Another example can be found in Lambert Jacobszs estate inventory, in which Jacob Backers name is later added to a large painting of Paul with a sword, that was initially only attributed to Lambert Jacobsz. He was a mighty man and very brave, but he was a leper. The balding and aged prophet, in contrast, is dressed soberly in a brown habit. Scattered pinpoint losses are also found in the more thinly painted areas. Articles on this page may be used in conjunction with the Gospel Doctrine course of study. He declared that the rivers in Damascus were cleaner than any river in Israel. For Bruyns remark, see Jasper Hillegers, Lambert Jacobsz (15981636) en zijn werkplaats: Atelierpraktijk in Leeuwarden omstreeks 1630, De Vrije Fries 89 (2009): 78, which refers to Josua Bruyn, Boekbespreking Werner Sumowski, Gemlde der Rembrandt-Schler, VI, Oud Holland 110 (1996), 167. I'll take it from here." A life of luxury based on the security of wealth, rather than a life of obedience. Why was Hezekiah not rebuked for seeking a sign in 2 Kings 20. Peter van den Brink, Jacob Backer (1608/91651) (Exh. Superbook DVD Club members have access to watch full-length Superbook episodes online or within the Free Superbook Bible App. By using the Superbook website, you accept our use of cookies. But his slaves suggest to him that he really has nothing to lose by giving it a try: Elishas instructions are actually quite easy to follow. Albert Blankert in a letter to Jack Kilgore, 5 October 2006, at The Leiden Collection, New York. viii. Naaman, a man of heathen faith who is unfamiliar with the Jewish mezora, had expected the prophet himself to come out to him and to perform some kind of impressive ritual magic; he angrily refuses, and prepares to go home unhealed. (1 Cor. The king of Israel didn't know what to do, yet Elisha (Eliseus) sent a message to the King, advising that the King tell Naaman to come to see him. Why did Elisha rebuke Gehazi for things he did not accept from Naaman? In contrast, the figures in the background on the left side were painted on top of the brown background paint. At times, these slivers of warm gray act as a transitional midtone, as in the lower contour of Elishas sleeve where it overlaps with the white page of his book. We've got better rivers up in Damascus." Elisha Refusing Naamans Gifts was not always attributed to Lambert Jacobsz. As a means of thanks, Naaman tries to give Elisha a gift. 26:29.) 1996 Brill Ewald ("Gesch." 8), which the Rabbis regard as an allusion to Naaman's bathing in the Jordan; the appellation "Moab" is a play on the word "abi" (= "my father"), by which Naaman was addressed by his servants in II Kings v. 13 (Num. Then when his mentor was taken up into the whirlwind, Elisha became the leader of the sons of the prophets. However, it cannot be entirely ruled out that Jacob Backer also contributed to the painting. When he discovered that he was stricken with leprosy, he searched for a cure -- and of course, at that time, there was no cure. And the guy urged him, but still he refused.In the healing of Naaman we find some interesting things, and one of them is that typically, we, all of us, really have difficulty with just accepting the grace of God. The dirt which is Yahwehs domain is holy ground. The king of Israel suspects in this to him impossible request a pretext of Syria for later starting a war against him, and tears his clothes. He's going to set himself up. The name Elisha in Hebrew is translated, "My God is salvation". Where our treasure is, there will heart be also. Only after Naaman's slaves suggest to their master that he has nothing to lose by at least giving it a try since the task is a simple and easy one, he takes his bath in the Jordan river as a mikveh as instructed and finds himself healed. And in certain dire situations, one is permitted to accept presents openly.) Request Permissions. For Parents Only: CBN Animation Club & DVDs, login to access full-length Superbook episodes, FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE SUPERBOOK DVD CLUB. Iconclass is a classification system pertaining to art and iconography, designed to describe and classify subjects, themes, and motifs represented in images. 5, S. Paulus met sijn sweert groot L. Jacobs selffs [added later] off J[acob] A[riens Backer]. However, Elisha's servant, thinking the prophet should receive some kind of payment for his services, takes two talents (about $800,000) and returns to Elisha. Naaman would build and altar on the dirt and make an offering to the one true God. The display of power, so transparently without sacrifice or incantation, awakens Naaman to the fact that Yahweh of Israel is the true God. When he returned home, Elisha found out and punished . This attribution by Fred Meijer was largely based on an alleged kinship with De Grebbers Belshazzars Great Feast from 1625 in Museum Schloss Wilhelmshhe, Kassel. He chased after Naaman to take the gifts that Elisha refused to accept. Noch een ander landschap met een groote ruine ende een rivire daer op de voorgront staet Naomi [Naaman] sprekende met Gehasij des propheten Elisei knecht die hem naegelopen compt ende carosse int verschiet hem verwachtende. 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