Version. The two groups sat down there, facing each other from opposite sides of the pool. Asahel could run like a gazelle, Font Size. Cancel {{#items}} {{human}} {{/items}} ← Chapter. But Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, had already gone to Mahanaim with Saul’s son Ishbosheth. There is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God. 2 Samuel 7 New Living Translation (NLT) The Lord’s Covenant Promise to David 7 When King David was settled in his palace and the Lord had given him rest from all the surrounding enemies, 2 the king summoned Nathan the prophet. Uzzah and Ahio, Abinadab’s … “Are you Ziba?” the king asked. Verse. 8But Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, had already gone to Mahanaim with Saul’s son Ishbosheth.a 13About the same time, Joab son of Zeruiah led David’s troops out and met them at the pool of Gibeon. 2 The rich man owned a great many sheep and cattle. Now I have an answer for my enemies; I rejoice because you rescued me. And the LORD told you, ‘You will be the shepherd of my people Israel. David Anointed King of Judah. 23 1 These are the last words of David: "David, the son of Jesse, speaks- David, the man who was raised up so high, David, the man anointed by the God of Jacob, David, the sweet psalmist of Israel. Then David asked, "Which town should I go to?" 31But 360 of Abner’s men had been killed, all from the tribe of Benjamin. 2 Samuel 2 New Living Translation << 2 Samuel 1 | 2 Samuel 2 | 2 Samuel 3 >> David Made King over Judah. David Anointed King of Judah. “Go fight someone else!” Abner warned. About the same time, Joab son of Zeruiah led David’s troops out and met them at the pool of Gibeon. He stumbled to the ground and died there. One was rich, and one was poor. a 2 David also conquered the land of Moab. You will be Israel’s leader.’” 3 So there at Hebron, King David made a … 2Sa 22:1. 2 Samuel 1 :: New Living Translation (NLT) Strong's. 32Joab and his men took Asahel’s body to Bethlehem and buried him there in his father’s tomb. 2 So the king said to Joab and the commanders of the army, "Take a census of all the tribes of Israel-from Dan … 1 One day David asked, “Is anyone in Saul’s family still alive—anyone to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?” 2 He summoned a man named Ziba, who had been one of Saul’s servants. But 360 of Abner’s men had been killed, all from the tribe of Benjamin. 2 Samuel 5. “Are you Ziba?” the king asked. Version. Then David asked, “Which town should I go to?” “To Hebron,” the LORD answered. 2 Samuel 16. 3 “Stop acting so proud and haughty! 15So twelve men were chosen to fight from each side—twelve men of Benjamin representing Ishbosheth son of Saul, and twelve representing David. (Luke 11:9–13) How do I get to heaven? 2 Samuel 23 New Living Translation << 2 Samuel 22 | 2 Samuel 23 | 2 Samuel 24 >> The Last Words of David. … Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} {{/items}} ← Language. Red Letter. When Joab counted his casualties, he discovered that only 19 men were missing in addition to Asahel. “Are you Ziba?” the king asked. 29All that night Abner and his men retreated through the Jordan Valley.c They crossed the Jordan River, traveling all through the morning,d and didn’t stop until they arrived at Mahanaim. “Take on one of the younger men, and strip him of his weapons.” But Asahel kept right on chasing Abner. 17A fierce battle followed that day, and Abner and the men of Israel were defeated by the forces of David. Bible Language English. Meanwhile, the people of Judah remained loyal to David. So David and his … KJV (Narrated) NKJV (Narrated) NKJV (Dramatized) NLT (Dramatized) NIV (Narrated) NIV (Dramatized) NASB (Narrated) RVR60 (Español) The L ORD ’s Covenant Promise to David (1Ch 17:1–15 ) Tools. Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} 2 Samuel 5. 2 Samuel 19 New Living Translation << 2 Samuel 18 | 2 Samuel 19 | 2 Samuel 20 >> David Returns to Jerusalem. Paragraph. Ask a Question. Bible > NLT > 2 Samuel 8 2 Samuel 8 New Living Translation: Par David’s Military Victories. Bible Language English. 1 Then David again gathered all the elite troops in Israel, 30,000 in all. 2 Samuel depicts David as a true (though imperfect) representative of the ideal theocratic king. 2 David's two wives were Ahinoam from Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel. 9. Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} 2 Samuel 2. Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} 2 Samuel 12. 9There he proclaimed Ishbosheth king over Gilead, Jezreel, Ephraim, Benjamin, the land of the Ashurites, and all the rest of Israel. Bible > NLT > 1 Samuel 2 1 Samuel 2 New Living Translation: Par Hannah’s Prayer of Praise. 3 The God of Israel … Cancel {{#items}} {{local_name}} {{/items}} Book. 2Sa 4:1 . 2 On the third day a man arrived from Saul’s army camp. If so, I want to show God’s kindness … Tools . 12. 2 Samuel 2 2 Samuel 4 2 Samuel 3 New Living Translation (NLT) 3 That was the beginning of a long war between those who were loyal to Saul and those loyal to David. New Living Translation 2 Samuel. 26Abner shouted down to Joab, “Must we always be killing each other? “If … 2 Samuel - NLT. and he began chasing Abner. 1 Then all the tribes of Israel went to David at Hebron and told him, “We are your own flesh and blood. 2 Samuel 9 One day David asked, “Is anyone in Saul’s family still alive—anyone to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?” He summoned a man named Ziba, who had been one of Saul’s servants. "Go and count the people of Israel and Judah," the Lord told him. When Joab and Abishai found out what had happened, they set out after Abner. Asahel could run like a gazelle. “Yes sir, I am,” Ziba replied. Red Letter. 2 He sent the troops out in three groups, placing one group under Joab, one under Joab’s brother Abishai son of Zeruiah, and one under Ittai, the man from Gath. 2 The rich man owned a great many sheep and cattle. 3 They placed the Ark of God on a new cart and brought it from Abinadab’s house, which was on a hill. And I, too, will reward you for what you have done. “Look,” David said, “I am living in a beautiful cedar palace,[ a] but the Ark of God is out there in a tent!” 2Sa 1:1. 2 David’s two wives were Ahinoam from Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel. 28So Joab blew the ram’s horn, and his men stopped chasing the troops of Israel. 30Meanwhile, Joab and his men also returned home. New Living Translation Update. David and Bathsheba. When will you call off your men from chasing their Israelite brothers?”. When will you call off your men from chasing their Israelite brothers?”, Then Joab said, “God only knows what would have happened if you hadn’t spoken, for we would have chased you all night if necessary.”. 2 Samuel 5 New Living Translation: Par David Becomes King of All Israel. The sun was just going down as they arrived at the hill of Ammah near Giah, along the road to the wilderness of Gibeon. 25Abner’s troops from the tribe of Benjamin regrouped there at the top of the hill to take a stand. 3 They placed the Ark of God on a new cart and brought it from Abinadab’s house, which was on a hill. 2 As all the people heard of the king's deep grief for his son, the joy of that day's victory was turned into deep sadness. Listen to the Bible. 20When Abner looked back and saw him coming, he called out, “Is that you, Asahel?”. Meanwhile, Joab and his men also returned home. 3 Nathan replied to the king, "Go … bless you for being so loyal to your master Saul and giving him a decent burial. Change language {{#items}} {{local_title}} {{/items}} ← Language. 22Again Abner shouted to him, “Get away from here! Then Abner suggested to Joab, “Let’s have a few of our warriors fight hand to hand here in front of us.”. Cancel {{#items}} {{human}} {{/items}} ← Chapter. 2 Samuel 9. He stumbled to the ground and died there. Paragraph. Read the Bible. So David and his wives 3 and his men and their … Listen to the Bible. Nathan Rebukes David. The sun was just going down as they arrived at the hill of Ammah near Giah, along the road to the wilderness of Gibeon. How could I ever face your brother Joab again?”. Tools. As time passed David became stronger and stronger, while Saul’s dynasty became weaker and weaker. 1 Then all the tribes of Israel went to David at Hebron and told him, “We are your own flesh and blood. and didn’t stop until they arrived at Mahanaim. 2 After this, David asked the Lord, “Should I move back to one of the towns of Judah?” “Yes,” the Lord replied. 2 Samuel 4 :: New Living Translation (NLT) Strong's. Bible > NLT > 2 Samuel 2 2 Samuel 2 New Living Translation: Par David Anointed King of Judah. How can a young Christian handle the threats of divorce in a marriage that was started on faulty ground? 18Joab, Abishai, and Asahel—the three sons of Zeruiah—were among David’s forces that day. Red Letter. Holy Bible, New Living Translation copyright 1996, 2004, 2007, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Will God give us what we want just because we ask? Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois, 60188. David was initially acclaimed king at Hebron by the tribe of Judah (chs. 2 Samuel 2 1 After this, David asked the LORD, “Should I move back to one of the towns of Judah?” “Yes,” the LORD replied. 10Ishbosheth, Saul’s son, was forty years old when he became king, and he ruled from Mahanaim for two years. 14Then Abner suggested to Joab, “Let’s have a few of our warriors fight hand to hand here in front of us.”, “All right,” Joab agreed. Bible Language English. He had two donkeys loaded with 200 loaves of bread, 100 clusters of raisins, 100 bunches of summer fruit, and a wineskin full of wine. and his men and their families all moved to Judah, and they settled in the villages near Hebron. 2 Samuel 12 Nathan Rebukes David. Need some help understanding theology? They crossed the Jordan River, traveling all through the morning. 23But Asahel refused to turn back, so Abner thrust the butt end of his spear through Asahel’s stomach, and the spear came out through his back. 2Sa 7:1 - When King David was settled in his palace and the L ORD had given him rest from all … 1 After this, David asked the Lord, “Should I move back to one of the towns of Judah?” “Yes,” the Lord … Verse. One was rich, … 2 Samuel 9 New Living Translation (NLT) David’s Kindness to Mephibosheth 9 One day David asked, “Is anyone in Saul’s family still alive—anyone to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?” 2 He summoned a man named Ziba, who had been one of Saul’s servants. 2 Samuel 11. "Look," David said, "I am living in a beautiful cedar palace, but the Ark of God is out there in a tent!" He made the people lie down on the ground in a row, and he measured them off in groups with a length of rope. 2 He led them to Baalah of Judah # 6:2a Hebrew Baale of Judah, another name for Kiriath-jearim; compare 1 Chr 13:6. to bring back the Ark of God, which bears the name of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, # 6:2b Or the Ark of God where the Name is proclaimed—the name of the Lord of Heaven’s … 2 Samuel 2 1 After this, David asked the LORD, “Should I move back to one of the towns of Judah?” “Yes,” the LORD replied. 2 Samuel 24 New Living Translation << 2 Samuel 23 | 2 Samuel 24 | 1 Kings 1 >> David Numbers Israel and Judah. 2 … 2Sa 22:1 - David sang this song to the L ORD on the day the L ORD rescued him from all his enemies … ” “Yes,” the LORD replied. Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} {{/items}} ← Language. 1 After this, David defeated and subdued the Philistines by conquering Gath, their largest town. 4Then the men of Judah came to David and anointed him king over the people of Judah. 2 Samuel 7 New Living Translation << 2 Samuel 6 | 2 Samuel 7 | 2 Samuel 8 >> God's Covenant with David. The LORD has made me strong. 16 When David had gone a little beyond the summit of the Mount of Olives, Ziba, the servant of Mephibosheth, was waiting there for him. Moving the Ark to Jerusalem. And everyone who came by that spot stopped and stood still when they saw Asahel lying there. 2 Samuel 6 The Ark Brought to Jerusalem. Listen to the Bible. And I, too, will reward you for what you have done. 3and his men and their families all moved to Judah, and they settled in the villages near Hebron. He pursued him relentlessly, not stopping for anything. Cancel. So this place at Gibeon has been known ever since as the Field of Swords.b. Bible Language English. It ate from the man’s own plate and drank from his cup. 3 They crept back into the town that day as though they were ashamed and had deserted in … One day Abner led Ishbosheth’s troops from Mahanaim to Gibeon. He pursued him relentlessly, not stopping for anything. 2 Samuel 2. Then David asked, “Which town should I go to?” “To Hebron,” the LORD answered. Don’t you realize that bitterness is the only result? NLT . 24 1 Once again the anger of the Lord burned against Israel, and he caused David to harm them by taking a census. 11. Then they traveled all night and reached Hebron at daybreak. Verse. Ishbosheth, Saul’s son, was forty years old when he became king, and he ruled from Mahanaim for two years. Joab, Abishai, and Asahel—the three sons of Zeruiah—were among David’s forces that day. The two groups sat down there, facing each other from opposite sides of the pool. 1 Then David again gathered all the elite troops in Israel, 30,000 in all. How could I ever face your brother Joab again?”. 2 Samuel 2. He raised that little lamb, and it grew up with his children. a. And the Lord told you, ‘You will be the shepherd of my people Israel. Again Abner shouted to him, “Get away from here! Joab and his men took Asahel’s body to Bethlehem and buried him there in his father’s tomb. David’s Kindness to Mephibosheth. Paragraph. 2 He led them to Baalah of Judah a to bring back the Ark of God, which bears the name of the LORD of Heaven’s Armies, b who is enthroned between the cherubim. be loyal to you in return and reward you with his unfailing love! 1 After this, David asked the LORD, “Should I move back to one of the towns of Judah? So twelve men were chosen to fight from each side—twelve men of Benjamin representing Ishbosheth son of Saul, and twelve representing David. Cancel {{#items}} {{local_name}} {{/items}} Book. 2 1 After this, David asked the Lord, "Should I move back to one of the towns of Judah?" One was rich, and one was poor. 19and he began chasing Abner. So Joab blew the ram’s horn, and his men stopped chasing the troops of Israel. 2 David’s two wives were Ahinoam from Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel. When Abner looked back and saw him coming, he called out, “Is that you, Asahel?”. All rights reserved. Chapter 1: Chapter 2: Chapter 3: Chapter 4: Chapter 5: Chapter 6: Chapter 7: Chapter 8: Chapter 9: Chapter 10: Chapter 11: Chapter 12: Chapter 13: Chapter 14: Chapter 15: Chapter 16: Chapter 17: Chapter 18: Chapter 19: Chapter 20: Chapter 21: Chapter 22: Chapter 23: Chapter 24: Book Overview - 2 Samuel. 3 The poor man owned nothing but one little lamb he had bought. Don’t you realize that bitterness is the only result? David Becomes King of All Israel. 1After this, David asked the LORD, “Should I move back to one of the towns of Judah?”, Then David asked, “Which town should I go to?”. 2Sa 4:1 - When Ishbosheth, Saul’s son, heard about Abner’s death at Hebron, he lost all courage, and all Israel … KJV (Narrated) NKJV (Narrated) NKJV (Dramatized) NLT (Dramatized) NIV (Narrated) NIV (Dramatized) NASB (Narrated) RVR60 (Español) David Learns of Saul’s Death. 1 - 4), and subsequently was accepted by the remaining tribes after the murder of Ish-Bosheth, one of Saul's surviving sons (5:1-5). Version. Cancel {{#items}} {{/items}} 2 Samuel 11. 1 In the spring of the year, # 11:1 Hebrew At the turn of the year. When David heard that the men of Jabesh-gilead had buried Saul, 7Now that Saul is dead, I ask you to be my strong and loyal subjects like the people of Judah, who have anointed me as their new king.”. Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} {{/items}} ← Language. Now that Saul is dead, I ask you to be my strong and loyal subjects like the people of Judah, who have anointed me as their new king.”. 2 He led them to Baalah of Judah 1 to bring back the Ark of God, which bears the name of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, 2 who is enthroned between the cherubim. Cancel {{#items}} {{local_name}} {{/items}} Book. New Living Translation (NLT) Bible Book List. KJV (Narrated) NKJV (Narrated) NKJV (Dramatized) NLT (Dramatized) NIV (Narrated) NIV (Dramatized) NASB (Narrated) RVR60 (Español) David’s Song of Praise (Psa 18:1–50 ) Tools. Listen to the Bible. 12One day Abner led Ishbosheth’s troops from Mahanaim to Gibeon. 1 Then Hannah prayed: “My heart rejoices in the LORD! Cancel. 2 Samuel 12. 1 David now mustered the men who were with him and appointed generals and captains 1 to lead them. "Yes," the Lord replied. 1. 1 So the Lord sent Nathan the prophet to tell David this story: “There were two men in a certain town. He had torn his clothes and put dirt on his head to show that he was in mourning. 1 Then David again gathered all the elite troops in Israel, 30,000 in all. Then they traveled all night and reached Hebron at daybreak. 7 1 When King David was settled in his palace and the Lord had given him rest from all the surrounding enemies, 2 the king summoned Nathan the prophet. Then the men of Judah came to David and anointed him king over the people of Judah. 3 The poor man owned nothing but one little lamb he had bought. Version. I don’t want to kill you. Cancel. 19 1 Word soon reached Joab that the king was weeping and mourning for Absalom. Abner shouted down to Joab, “Must we always be killing each other? So David and his wives. 2 Samuel 6. 2 Samuel 1 1 After the death of Saul, David returned from his victory over the Amalekites and spent two days in Ziklag. 2 Samuel 7 :: New Living Translation (NLT) Strong's. 2 Samuel 18 Absalom Killed. When David heard that the men of Jabesh-gilead had buried Saul. 2 No one is holy like the LORD! Don’t speak … NLT . He raised that little lamb, and it grew up with his children. 16Each one grabbed his opponent by the hair and thrust his sword into the other’s side so that all of them died. “Yes sir, I am,” Ziba replied. Is a … 2 "The Spirit of the Lord speaks through me; his words are upon my tongue. Last Week's Top Questions . Paragraph. Read verse in New Living Translation 2 David’s two wives were Ahinoam from Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel. Red Letter. Verse. 3 The king then asked him, “Is anyone still alive from Saul’s family? So … When Joab counted his casualties, he discovered that only 19 men were missing in addition to Asahel. NLT . KJV (Narrated) NKJV (Narrated) NKJV (Dramatized) NLT (Dramatized) NIV (Narrated) NIV (Dramatized) NASB (Narrated) RVR60 (Español) The Murder of Ishbosheth. Questions. 2 Samuel 5 New Living Translation (NLT) David Becomes King of All Israel 5 Then all the tribes of Israel went to David at Hebron and told him, “We are your own flesh and blood. 5. I don’t want to kill you. So this place at Gibeon has been known ever since as the Field of Swords. Author … 2 Samuel 1New Living Translation (NLT) David Learns of Saul’s Death 1 After the death of Saul, David returned from his victory over the Amalekites and spent two days in Ziklag.2 On the third day a man arrived from Saul’s army camp. He measured off two groups to be executed for every one … The two groups sat down there, facing each other from opposite sides of the pool. Cancel {{#items}} {{human}} {{/items}} ← Chapter. Ask Us! 2 In the past,[ a] when Saul was our king, you were the one who really led the forces of Israel. 2 David’s two wives were Ahinoam from Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel. The first day of the year in the ancient Hebrew lunar … Meanwhile, the people of Judah remained loyal to David. 2David’s two wives were Ahinoam from Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel. He had torn his clothes and put dirt on his head to show that he was in mourning. New Living Translation Update. 6. David made Hebron his capital, and he ruled as king of Judah for seven and a half years. 2Sa 1:1 - After the death of Saul, David returned from his victory over the Amalekites and spent two days in Ziklag. Abner’s troops from the tribe of Benjamin regrouped there at the top of the hill to take a stand. A fierce battle followed that day, and Abner and the men of Israel were defeated by the forces of David. The king told his troops, “I am going out with you.” 3 But his men objected strongly. 11David made Hebron his capital, and he ruled as king of Judah for seven and a half years. 1 Samuel: New Living Translation: 1 Kings. Cancel {{#items}} {{local_name}} {{/items}} Book. 24When Joab and Abishai found out what had happened, they set out after Abner. Cancel. So David and his wives Each one grabbed his opponent by the hair and thrust his sword into the other’s side so that all of them died. … Then David asked, “Which town should I go to?” “To Hebron,” the Lord answered. 2. 2 In the past, a when Saul was our king, you were the one who really led the forces of Israel. , “Should I move back to one of the towns of Judah?”, Then David asked, “Which town should I go to?”, David’s two wives were Ahinoam from Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal from Carmel. Then David asked, “Which town should I go to?” “To Hebron,” the LORD answered. “You must not go,” they urged. 2 Samuel 6 New Living Translation: Par Moving the Ark to Jerusalem. 2 Samuel 22 :: New Living Translation (NLT) Strong's. David and Ziba. NLT . 27Then Joab said, “God only knows what would have happened if you hadn’t spoken, for we would have chased you all night if necessary.” “Take on one of the younger men, and strip him of his weapons.” But Asahel kept right on chasing Abner. Cancel {{#items}} {{human}} {{/items}} ← Chapter. 21“Go fight someone else!” Abner warned. 1 So the Lord sent Nathan the prophet to tell David this story: “There were two men in a certain town. Ask a Question Got a Bible related Question? 5he sent them this message: “May the LORD bless you for being so loyal to your master Saul and giving him a decent burial. And everyone who came by that spot stopped and stood still when they saw Asahel lying there. 2Sa 2:13 About the same time, Joab son of Zeruiah led David’s troops out and met them at the pool of Gibeon. It ate from the man’s own plate and drank from his cup. 6May the LORD be loyal to you in return and reward you with his unfailing love! 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