The woman from Shunem returns to Israel after 7 years (her son was raised to life by Elijah the prophet). Through prophetic sight, Elisha is shown that Hazael will become king of Aram (Syria?). He will be an enemy of Israel by waging war on Israel. Elijah already foresaw Hazael as king of Aram in 1 Kings 19:15. King Jehoram (bad king) rules in Judah for 8 years. King Ahaziah (bad king) Rules in Judah for only one year.
