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Naaman Is Healed

Naaman, commander of the army of Aram, has a skin disease. A captive Israelite girl tells Naaman’s wife that the prophet in Samaria could heal him. Naaman goes to the king of Israel and then to Elisha. Elisha instructs him, through a messenger, to wash seven times in the Jordan River. Naaman is initially angry but follows the instruction and is healed. He acknowledges that there is no God in all the earth except in Israel and asks for permission concerning his service to the king of Aram.

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Print Naaman Is Healed: 4-Scene Story Sheet

The captive Israelite girl respectfully speaks with Naaman’s wife in a simple household setting about the prophet in Samaria who could help Naaman.

A Helpful Message

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Naaman prepares to travel to Israel with the king of Aram’s letter, horses or chariots, silver, gold, and changes of clothing.

Naaman Carries the King’s Letter

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Naaman at Elisha’s house receives from Elisha’s messenger the instruction to wash seven times in the Jordan River, with Elisha nearby and horses and chariots present.

Wash in the Jordan

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Naaman and his servants at the Jordan River as Naaman washes seven times and is restored, based on 2 Kings 5:11-14.

Naaman Chooses Obedience

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Naaman washing seven times in the Jordan River, represented by seven stones, ripples, or numbered markers.

Seven Times in the Jordan

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Naaman returns to Elisha at his house with gifts, while Elisha refuses them after Naaman’s healing.

Thankful, Not Paying

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Naaman speaks with Elisha after his healing and receives a peaceful farewell, with a small amount of earth from Israel nearby.

Go in Peace

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Naaman and his attendants travel with horses and chariots toward the Jordan River after receiving Elisha’s instruction through a messenger.

Following the Prophet’s Direction

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Naaman returns to Elisha at Elisha’s house after being healed, offering gifts that Elisha refuses.

Returning With Thanks

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Scripture reference

2 Kings 5:1-19

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