Shall there not then. — Rather, If not, let there be given, I pray thee. LXX., Καὶ εἰ μή.
Two mules’ burden of earth? — Literally, a load of a yoke of mules’ (in) earth. It was natural for Naaman, with his local idea of divinity, to make this request. He wished to worship the God of Israel, so far as possible, on the soil of Israel, Jehovah’s own land. He would therefore build his altar to Jehovah on a foundation of this earth, or construct the altar itself therewith. (Comp. Exodus 20:24; 1 Kings 18:38.)
Burnt offering nor sacrifice. — Burnt offering nor peace offering.
Offer. — Literally, make.