2 Kings 7:10

God's Word

So they called the city gatekeepers and told them, “We went into the Aramean camp, and we didn’t see or hear anyone. The horses and donkeys were still tied up. Even the tents were left exactly as they were.”

Cross References

2 Samuel 18:26

When the watchman saw another man running, the watchman called, “There’s ⌞another⌟ man running alone.” The king said, “This one is also bringing good news.”

2 Kings 7:11

The gatekeepers announced the news to the royal palace.

2 Kings 7:9

Then they said to one another, “What we’re doing is not right. This is a day of good news, and we’re not telling anyone about it. If we wait until morning when it’s light out, we’ll be punished. Let’s bring the news to the royal palace.”

1 Chronicles 15:18

In addition, they appointed their relatives from the second division: Zechariah, Jaaziel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Benaiah, Maaseiah, Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, and Mikneiah. Obed Edom and Jeiel were appointed gatekeepers.

1 Chronicles 16:38

David also left Obed Edom and 68 of his relatives ⌞to serve there⌟. Obed Edom (Jeduthun’s son) and Hosah were to be gatekeepers.

2 Chronicles 23:19

Jehoiada appointed gatekeepers for the gates of the Lord’s temple so that no one who was unclean  for any reason could enter.

Psalm 127:1

If the Lord does not build the house, it is useless for the builders to work on it. If the Lord does not protect a city, it is useless for the guard to stay alert.