2 Kings 4:13

And he said unto him, Say now unto her, Behold, thou hast been careful for us with all this care; what is to be done for thee? wouldest thou be spoken for to the king, or to the captain of the host? And she answered, I dwell among mine own people.

Cross-references

2 Kings 8:1 Historical context

2 Kings 8:1 continues the Shunammite's story, showing later divine guidance after her contentment.

2 Kings 8:3–6 Historical context

In 2 Kings 8:3-6, the woman's story continues as her earlier care leads to restoration of her property — reward for her hospitality.

In 2 Samuel 19:32-38, Barzillai provides for David and declines a royal reward, closely paralleling the Shunammite woman's refusal.

Matthew 10:40–42 Related theme

Matthew 10:40-42 promises reward for receiving prophets, paralleling Elisha's offer to repay the Shunammite's hospitality.

In 2 Timothy 1:16-18, Onesiphorus's refreshing care for Paul mirrors the Shunammite woman's hospitality — both remembered and rewarded.

In Hebrews 6:10, God does not overlook love shown in serving saints — directly affirming that the woman's care for Elisha will be rewarded.

Romans 16:2 Parallel

Romans 16:2 describes Phoebe as a patron of many, including Paul, similar to the Shunammite's support of Elisha.