Naaman's Servant Girl

Technical Profile

  • Name Meaning: Unknown; she is unnamed in the Hebrew narrative (her anonymity emphasizes her role rather than her status).
  • Period/Era: Divided Kingdom
  • Main References: 2 Kings 5:1–4
  • Key Connections: Naaman (Aramean commander), Naaman’s wife, Elisha (prophet in Israel), Aram (Syria) and Israel

Who was Naaman's Servant Girl?

Naaman’s servant girl was a young Israelite taken captive and brought to serve Naaman’s wife in Aram.
Though socially powerless, she spoke of a prophet in Samaria who could help Naaman’s disease.
Her brief statement set in motion the events that brought Naaman to Elisha.

Key Events & Achievements

  • Event 1: Captured from Israel and placed in service in Naaman’s household in Aram.
  • Event 2: Informed Naaman’s wife about “the prophet who is in Samaria” as a source of healing.
  • Event 3: Her report reached Naaman and prompted his request to the king, initiating his journey to Israel.

Life Lesson & Legacy

Faithful speech about the LORD’s prophetic work can influence major decisions even from a position of weakness.

Key Verse

"She said to her mistress, 'Would that my lord were with the prophet who is in Samaria! He would cure him of his leprosy.'" — 2 Kings 5:3, ESV

Quizzes

Answer the questions below. When you choose an option, you will see the result and an explanation.

1. Where was Naaman’s servant girl originally from before she was taken captive?

2. Whom did the servant girl say could help cure Naaman’s disease?