 Because it sure wasn't the river. Naaman was so happy to be healed, he offered the gifts to Elisha. Oh, please, take the gold and silver and sets of clothing. Hey, hey, I'm missing an outfit. Now, as surely as the Lord lives, I will not accept any gifts. Please. No, no, no, no, no. Well, okay then. Could I ask a gift from you? Please, allow me to take some earth from this place so I can take it back home with me. For I will never again present any offerings to any gods...