In this chapter we are told that one of the sons of the prophets was sent by Elisha to anoint Jehu king of Israel, and to order him to smite and destroy the whole house of Ahab, 2Ki 9:1, which being done unto him, and the order received by Jehu, he acquainted his captains with it, 2Ki 9:11, who set out with him immediately to Jezreel, 2Ki 9:16, where he slew Joram king of Israel, 2Ki 9:22, and Ahaziah king of Judah, 2Ki 9:27, and Jezebel, the widow of Ahab, and mother of Joram, 2Ki 9:30.
Ver. 1. And Elisha the prophet called one of the children of the prophets,.... Who the Jews generally say was Jonah the son of Amittai:and said, gird up thy loins; his loose and long garments about his loins, for quicker dispatch in travelling:and take this box of oil in thine hand; for an use after directed to:and go to Ramothgilead; where Joram had left his army with his captains, to keep the city from the Syrians.
Seder Olam Rabba, c. 18. p.