2 Kings 3:16

And hee sayde, Thus sayth the Lord, Make this valley full of ditches.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

He said, "Thus says the LORD, 'Make this valley full of trenches.'
- New American Standard Version (1995)

And he said, Thus saith Jehovah, Make this valley full of trenches.
- American Standard Version (1901)

And he said, The Lord says, I will make this valley full of water-holes.
- Basic English Bible

And he said, Thus saith Jehovah: Make this valley full of ditches.
- Darby Bible

And he said, Thus saith the LORD, Make this valley full of ditches.
- Webster's Bible

He said, "Thus says Yahweh, 'Make this valley full of trenches.'
- World English Bible

and he saith, `Thus said Jehovah, Make this valley ditches -- ditches;
- Youngs Literal Bible

And he said: 'Thus saith the LORD: Make this valley full of trenches.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for 2 Kings 3:16

3:14 Jehoshaphat - Whom I reverence and love for his piety. It is good being with those who have God's favour, and the love of his people. Wicked men often fare the better, for the friendship and society of good men.

3:15 Minstrel - One that can sing and play upon a musical instrument. This he requires, that his mind which had been disturbed at the sight of wicked Jehoram, might be composed, and that he might be excited to more fervent prayer whereby he was prepared to receive the prophetic inspiration. Those that desire communion with God must keep their spirits quiet and serene. All hurry of spirit, and all turbulent passions, make us unfit for divine visitations. The hand, &c. - The spirit of prophecy, so called, to note that it was no natural nor acquired virtue inherent in him; but a singular gift of God, given to whom and when he pleased.