2 Kings 3:10

And the king of Israel said, Alas, that the Lord hath called these three kings together, to deliuer them into the hand of Moab.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

Then the king of Israel said, "Alas! For the LORD has called these three kings to give them into the hand of Moab."
- New American Standard Version (1995)

And the king of Israel said, Alas! for Jehovah hath called these three kings together to deliver them into the hand of Moab.
- American Standard Version (1901)

And the king of Israel said, Here is trouble: for the Lord has got these three kings together to give them into the hands of Moab.
- Basic English Bible

And the king of Israel said, Alas! that Jehovah has called these three kings together, to give them into the hand of Moab!
- Darby Bible

And the king of Israel said, Alas! that the LORD hath called these three kings together, to deliver them into the hand of Moab!
- Webster's Bible

The king of Israel said, "Alas! For Yahweh has called these three kings together to deliver them into the hand of Moab."
- World English Bible

and the king of Israel saith, `Alas, for Jehovah hath called for these three kings, to give them into the hand of Moab.'
- Youngs Literal Bible

And the king of Israel said: 'Alas! for the LORD hath called these three kings together to deliver them into the hand of Moab.'
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for 2 Kings 3:10

3:9 King of Edom - That is, the vice - roy under Jehosaphat, #1Kings 22:47|, here called king: because that word is sometimes used for any prince or chief ruler. Seven days - Because they made a great army, which could move but slowly; and they fetched a greater compass than was usual, for some advantage which they expected by it. No water - A frequent want in those parts; and now, it seems, increased by the extraordinary heat and dryness of the season.

3:11 Is there not, &c. - This he should have asked before, when they first undertook the expedition, as he did in a like case, #1Kings 22:5|, and for that neglect he now suffers; but better late than never: his affliction brings him to the remembrance of his former sin, and present duty. Poured water - Who was his servant; this being one office of a servant: and this office was the more necessary among the Israelites, because of the frequent washings which their law required. Probably it was by a special direction from God, that Elisha followed them, unasked, unobserved. Thus does God prevent us with the blessings of his goodness; and provide for those who provide not for themselves.

3:12 The word, &c. - He is a true prophet. Which Jehoshaphat might easily understand, because being a good man, many would be ready to inform him of. Went - To his tent; which was either in the camp, or not far from