2 Samuel 19:1

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2 Samuel 19:1 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Then it was reported to Joab, “The king is weeping and mourning over Absalom.”

King James Version KJV

And it was told Joab, Behold, the king weepeth and mourneth for Absalom.

American Standard Version ASV

And it was told Joab, Behold, the king weepeth and mourneth for Absalom.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And word was given to Joab that the king was weeping and sorrowing for Absalom.

Free Bible Version FBV

Soon Joab was told, “The king is crying and mourning for Absalom.”

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And it was tolde Ioab, Behold, the King weepeth and mourneth for Absalom.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And it is declared to Joab, 'Lo, the king is weeping and mourning for Absalom;'

World English Bible WEB

Joab was told, “Behold, the king weeps and mourns for Absalom.”

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And it was told to Joab, Behold, the king weepeth and mourneth for Absalom.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And it was told Joab, that the king wept and mourned for his son:

Translation for Translators T4T

Someone told Joab that the king was crying and mourning because Absalom had died.

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2 Samuel 19:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יִּרְגַּ֣ז הַ/מֶּ֗לֶךְ וַ/יַּ֛עַל עַל עֲלִיַּ֥ת הַ/שַּׁ֖עַר וַ/יֵּ֑בְךְּ וְ/כֹ֣ה אָמַ֣ר בְּ/לֶכְתּ֗/וֹ בְּנִ֤/י אַבְשָׁלוֹם֙ בְּנִ֣/י בְנִ֣/י אַבְשָׁל֔וֹם מִֽי יִתֵּ֤ן מוּתִ/י֙ אֲנִ֣י תַחְתֶּ֔י/ךָ אַבְשָׁל֖וֹם בְּנִ֥/י בְנִֽ/י

וַ/יִּרְגַּ֣ז râgaz H7264 to tremble Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

הַ/מֶּ֗לֶךְ melek H4428 King's Art | N-ms

וַ/יַּ֛עַל ʻâlâh H5927 to ascend Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep

עֲלִיַּ֥ת ʻălîyâh H5944 upper room N-fs

הַ/שַּׁ֖עַר shaʻar H8179 gate Art | N-ms

וַ/יֵּ֑בְךְּ bâkâh H1058 to weep Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

וְ/כֹ֣ה kôh H3541 thus Conj | Adv

אָמַ֣ר ʼâmar H559 to say V-Qal-Perf-3ms

בְּ/לֶכְתּ֗/וֹ yâlak H3212 to walk Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff

בְּנִ֤/י bên H1121 son N-ms | Suff

אַבְשָׁלוֹם֙ ʼĂbîyshâlôwm H53 Absalom N-proper

בְּנִ֣/י bên H1121 son N-ms | Suff

בְנִ֣/י bên H1121 son N-ms | Suff

אַבְשָׁל֔וֹם ʼĂbîyshâlôwm H53 Absalom N-proper

מִֽי mîy H4310 who? Part

יִתֵּ֤ן nâthan H5414 to give V-Qal-Imperf-3ms

מוּתִ/י֙ mûwth H4191 to die V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff

אֲנִ֣י ʼănîy H589 I Pron

תַחְתֶּ֔י/ךָ tachath H8478 underneath Prep | Suff

אַבְשָׁל֖וֹם ʼĂbîyshâlôwm H53 Absalom N-proper

בְּנִ֥/י bên H1121 son N-ms | Suff

בְנִֽ/י bên H1121 son N-ms | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 19:1

וַ/יִּרְגַּ֣ז râgaz H7264 "to tremble" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

In the Bible, this word means to shake or tremble with strong emotions like fear, anger, or excitement. It can also mean to provoke or disturb someone, causing them to become agitated. The KJV Bible translates it in various ways, including 'tremble', 'quake', and 'rage'.

Definition: 1) tremble, quake, rage, quiver, be agitated, be excited, be perturbed 1a)(Qal) to quake, be disquieted, be excited, be perturbed 1b) (Hiphil) to cause to quake, disquiet, enrage, disturb 1c) (Hithpael) to excite oneself

Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: be afraid, stand in awe, disquiet, fall out, fret, move, provoke, quake, rage, shake, tremble, trouble, be wroth. See also: Genesis 45:24; Isaiah 5:25; Psalms 4:5.

הַ/מֶּ֗לֶךְ melek H4428 "King's" Art | N-ms

This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.

Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)

Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.

וַ/יַּ֛עַל ʻâlâh H5927 "to ascend" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

To ascend means to go up or rise, like the smoke from an altar going up to God, as described in many Bible passages, including Leviticus and Psalms.

Definition: : rise/go 1) to go up, ascend, climb 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go up, ascend 1a2) to meet, visit, follow, depart, withdraw, retreat 1a3) to go up, come up (of animals) 1a4) to spring up, grow, shoot forth (of vegetation) 1a5) to go up, go up over, rise (of natural phenomenon) 1a6) to come up (before God) 1a7) to go up, go up over, extend (of boundary) 1a8) to excel, be superior to 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be taken up, be brought up, be taken away 1b2) to take oneself away 1b3) to be exalted 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to bring up, cause to ascend or climb, cause to go up 1c2) to bring up, bring against, take away 1c3) to bring up, draw up, train 1c4) to cause to ascend 1c5) to rouse, stir up (mentally) 1c6) to offer, bring up (of gifts) 1c7) to exalt 1c8) to cause to ascend, offer 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be carried away, be led up 1d2) to be taken up into, be inserted in 1d3) to be offered 1e) (Hithpael) to lift oneself

Usage: Occurs in 817 OT verses. KJV: arise (up), (cause to) ascend up, at once, break (the day) (up), bring (up), (cause to) burn, carry up, cast up, [phrase] shew, climb (up), (cause to, make to) come (up), cut off, dawn, depart, exalt, excel, fall, fetch up, get up, (make to) go (away, up); grow (over) increase, lay, leap, levy, lift (self) up, light, (make) up, [idiom] mention, mount up, offer, make to pay, [phrase] perfect, prefer, put (on), raise, recover, restore, (make to) rise (up), scale, set (up), shoot forth (up), (begin to) spring (up), stir up, take away (up), work. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 34:4; Joshua 7:6.

עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)

Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.

עֲלִיַּ֥ת ʻălîyâh H5944 "upper room" N-fs

This word refers to an upper room or a lofty place, like a stairway or a roof chamber. In 2 Kings 4:10, it describes a special room built for the prophet Elisha, showing hospitality to him. It can also symbolize a place of spiritual elevation.

Definition: roof-room, roof chamber

Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: ascent, (upper) chamber, going up, loft, parlour. See also: Judges 3:20; 2 Kings 23:12; Psalms 104:3.

הַ/שַּׁ֖עַר shaʻar H8179 "gate" Art | N-ms

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gate or door, often referring to city entrances or temple doors, like in Genesis and Exodus. It can also symbolize a meeting place or marketplace. The word is used to describe important locations in the Bible.

Definition: : gate 1) gate 1a) gate (of entrance) 1b) gate (of space inside gate, i.e. marketplace, public meeting place) 1b1) city, town 1c) gate (of palace, royal castle, temple, court of tabernacle) 1d) heaven

Usage: Occurs in 302 OT verses. KJV: city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). See also: Genesis 19:1; 1 Chronicles 9:18; Psalms 9:14.

וַ/יֵּ֑בְךְּ bâkâh H1058 "to weep" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

To weep means to cry or shed tears, often in grief or sadness. In the Bible, weeping is a common expression of emotion, as seen in the stories of David and Jeremiah, who both wept bitterly in times of sorrow and repentance.

Definition: 1) to weep, bewail, cry, shed tears 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to weep (in grief, humiliation, or joy) 1a2) to weep bitterly (with cognate acc.) 1a3) to weep upon (embrace and weep) 1a4) to bewail 1b) (Piel) participle 1b1) lamenting 1b2) bewailing

Usage: Occurs in 100 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, bewail, complain, make lamentation, [idiom] more, mourn, [idiom] sore, [idiom] with tears, weep. See also: Genesis 21:16; 2 Samuel 12:21; Psalms 69:11.

וְ/כֹ֣ה kôh H3541 "thus" Conj | Adv

This Hebrew word means thus or in this manner. It can also indicate a location or time, such as here or now. The KJV translates it in various ways, including also, here, and so.

Definition: 1) thus, here, in this manner 1a) thus, so 1b) here, here and there 1c) until now, until now...until then, meanwhile Aramaic equivalent: kah (כָּה "thus" H3542)

Usage: Occurs in 541 OT verses. KJV: also, here, + hitherto, like, on the other side, so (and much), such, on that manner, (on) this (manner, side, way, way and that way), + mean while, yonder. See also: Genesis 15:5; 1 Kings 22:20; Isaiah 7:7.

אָמַ֣ר ʼâmar H559 "to say" V-Qal-Perf-3ms

This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.

Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)

Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.

בְּ/לֶכְתּ֗/וֹ yâlak H3212 "to walk" Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff

To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.

Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk

Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.

בְּנִ֤/י bên H1121 "son" N-ms | Suff

In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.

Definition: : child/son

Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.

אַבְשָׁלוֹם֙ ʼĂbîyshâlôwm H53 "Absalom" N-proper

Absalom was a son of King David, mentioned in 2 Samuel 3:3, and had several half-brothers. He is also referred to as Abishalom in some translations. Absalom played a significant role in the United Monarchy period.

Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.3.3; son of: David (H1732) and Maacah (H4601I); half-brother of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N); father of: Tamar (H8559I); also called Abishalom at 1Ki.15.2,10; § Absalom or Abishalom = "my father is peace" 1) father-in-law of Rehoboam 2) third son of David, killer of first-born son Amnon, also leader of revolt against his father-David

Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: Abishalom, Absalom. See also: 2 Samuel 3:3; 2 Samuel 16:16; Psalms 3:1.

בְּנִ֣/י bên H1121 "son" N-ms | Suff

Definition: : child/son

בְנִ֣/י bên H1121 "son" N-ms | Suff

Definition: : child/son

אַבְשָׁל֔וֹם ʼĂbîyshâlôwm H53 "Absalom" N-proper

Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: Abishalom, Absalom. See also: 2 Samuel 3:3; 2 Samuel 16:16; Psalms 3:1.

מִֽי mîy H4310 "who?" Part

This word is used to ask questions like who, whose, or whom. It can also be used to express a wish, like would that or whoever. It appears in many forms throughout the Bible, often in phrases like O that or what.

Definition: who?, whose?, whom?, would that, whoever, whosoever

Usage: Occurs in 342 OT verses. KJV: any (man), [idiom] he, [idiom] him, [phrase] O that! what, which, who(-m, -se, -soever), [phrase] would to God. See also: Genesis 3:11; 2 Samuel 15:4; Psalms 4:7.

יִתֵּ֤ן nâthan H5414 "to give" V-Qal-Imperf-3ms

This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.

Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon

Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.

מוּתִ/י֙ mûwth H4191 "to die" V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to die, either literally or as a punishment, and is used in books like Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean to perish or be killed. This concept is seen in the story of Adam and Eve, where death enters the world as a result of sin.

Definition: 1) to die, kill, have one executed 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to die 1a2) to die (as penalty), be put to death 1a3) to die, perish (of a nation) 1a4) to die prematurely (by neglect of wise moral conduct) 1b) (Polel) to kill, put to death, dispatch 1c) (Hiphil) to kill, put to death 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be killed, be put to death 1d1a) to die prematurely

Usage: Occurs in 695 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, [idiom] crying, (be) dead (body, man, one), (put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill, necro(-mancer), [idiom] must needs, slay, [idiom] surely, [idiom] very suddenly, [idiom] in (no) wise. See also: Genesis 2:17; Exodus 21:18; Numbers 35:21.

אֲנִ֣י ʼănîy H589 "I" Pron

This Hebrew word is a simple way of saying 'I' or 'me', often used for emphasis. It is used by people like David in the Psalms to express their thoughts and feelings. The word is a basic part of the Hebrew language.

Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis)

Usage: Occurs in 803 OT verses. KJV: I, (as for) me, mine, myself, we, [idiom] which, [idiom] who. See also: Genesis 6:17; Leviticus 19:36; 1 Samuel 25:24.

תַחְתֶּ֔י/ךָ tachath H8478 "underneath" Prep | Suff

This Hebrew word means underneath or below, often used to describe physical locations or positions. It appears in various books, including Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to indicate something is under or beneath something else. The word has several related meanings.

Definition: : under/below 1) the under part, beneath, instead of, as, for, for the sake of, flat, unto, where, whereas n m 1a) the under part adv accus 1b) beneath prep 1c) under, beneath 1c1) at the foot of (idiom) 1c2) sweetness, subjection, woman, being burdened or oppressed (fig) 1c3) of subjection or conquest 1d) what is under one, the place in which one stands 1d1) in one's place, the place in which one stands (idiom with reflexive pronoun) 1d2) in place of, instead of (in transferred sense) 1d3) in place of, in exchange or return for (of things mutually interchanged) conj 1e) instead of, instead of that 1f) in return for that, because that in compounds 1g) in, under, into the place of (after verbs of motion) 1h) from under, from beneath, from under the hand of, from his place, under, beneath

Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: as, beneath, [idiom] flat, in(-stead), (same) place (where...is), room, for...sake, stead of, under, [idiom] unto, [idiom] when...was mine, whereas, (where-) fore, with. See also: Genesis 1:7; Deuteronomy 7:24; 1 Kings 20:42.

אַבְשָׁל֖וֹם ʼĂbîyshâlôwm H53 "Absalom" N-proper

Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: Abishalom, Absalom. See also: 2 Samuel 3:3; 2 Samuel 16:16; Psalms 3:1.

בְּנִ֥/י bên H1121 "son" N-ms | Suff

Definition: : child/son

בְנִֽ/י bên H1121 "son" N-ms | Suff

Definition: : child/son

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Context — Joab Reproves David

1Then it was reported to Joab, “The king is weeping and mourning over Absalom.”

2And that day’s victory was turned into mourning for all the people, because on that day they were told, “The king is grieving over his son.” 3So they returned to the city quietly that day, as people steal away in humiliation after fleeing a battle.

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	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	2 Samuel 18:5	Now the king had commanded Joab, Abishai, and Ittai, “Treat the young man Absalom gently for my sake.” And all the people heard the king’s orders to each of the commanders regarding Absalom.
2	2 Samuel 18:14	But Joab declared, “I am not going to wait like this with you!” And he took three spears in his hand and thrust them through the heart of Absalom while he was still alive in the oak tree.
3	Proverbs 17:25	A foolish son brings grief to his father and bitterness to her who bore him.
4	2 Samuel 18:20	But Joab replied, “You are not the man to take good news today. You may do it another day, but you must not do so today, because the king’s son is dead.”
5	2 Samuel 18:33	The king was shaken and went up to the gate chamber and wept. And as he walked, he cried out, “O my son Absalom! My son, my son Absalom! If only I had died instead of you, O Absalom, my son, my son!”
6	2 Samuel 18:12	The man replied, “Even if a thousand shekels of silver were weighed out into my hands, I would not raise my hand against the son of the king. For we heard the king command you and Abishai and Ittai, ‘Protect the young man Absalom for my sake. ’

2 Samuel 19:1 Summary

[This verse shows that King David was very sad and upset because his son Absalom had died, even though Absalom had tried to overthrow him. This teaches us that God's love is not based on what we do, but on who we are as His children, as seen in 1 John 3:1 and Romans 5:8. King David's mourning also reminds us that our actions have consequences, and that we should always try to act with kindness and compassion towards others, just as God acts towards us, as described in Psalm 103:13 and Matthew 5:7. By looking at King David's example, we can learn to love and forgive others, even when they hurt us, and trust in God's sovereignty and goodness, as expressed in Psalm 37:3-7 and Jeremiah 29:11.]

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was King David weeping and mourning over Absalom?

King David was weeping and mourning over Absalom because, despite Absalom's rebellion against him, Absalom was still his son, and David loved him deeply, as seen in his previous actions and prayers for Absalom's safety, such as in 2 Samuel 18:5 and 2 Samuel 18:33.

How did Joab find out about the king's mourning?

The verse does not specify exactly how Joab found out, but it is likely that one of the king's servants or attendants reported the news to him, as the king's actions would have been closely observed by those around him, similar to how messengers were used to report news in 1 Samuel 4:17 and 2 Samuel 18:19-31.

What was the atmosphere like when the news of the king's mourning spread?

The atmosphere was one of sadness and mourning, as the people had been expecting a time of celebration and victory after their win in battle, but instead they were told that the king was grieving, which turned their joy into sorrow, much like the mood shift described in Ecclesiastes 7:4 and Proverbs 14:13.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways that I can show compassion and empathy towards others who are mourning or grieving, just as King David was?
How can I balance my own emotions and reactions in times of conflict or difficulty, remembering that God is always in control, as seen in Psalm 23:4 and Romans 8:28?
In what ways can I apply the lesson of King David's love for his son, despite his son's rebellion, to my own relationships and interactions with others, especially those who may have wronged me, as seen in Matthew 5:44 and Luke 6:27-28?
What does this verse reveal about the complexities and depths of human emotions, and how can I use this understanding to better navigate my own emotional struggles, with the help of God's Word and the Holy Spirit, as described in John 14:26 and Philippians 4:7?

Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 19:1

And it was told Joab,.... When returned to Mahanaim, or on his way to it; perhaps by the messengers he sent; and this report he had before he saw the king: behold, the king weepeth and mourneth for

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 19:1

And it was told Joab, Behold, the king weepeth and mourneth for Absalom. No JFB commentary on these verses.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 19:1

2 SAMUEL CHAPTER 19. Joab by hard words moveth the king to cease his mourning, and show himself to the people, . The king is brought back by the men of Judah, and Amasa put in Joab’ s place, . Shimei sueth for mercy, and obtaineth it, . Mephibosheth meeting the king, recovers half his estate, . Barzillai is dismissed; Chimham his son is taken into the king’ s family, . The Israelites expostulate with Judah for bringing home the king without them, . It was told Joab, by his messengers, upon their return.

Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 19:1

2 Samuel 19:1 And it was told Joab, Behold, the king weepeth and mourneth for Absalom.Ver. 1. And it was told Joab.] By Ahimaaz and Cushi, likely. And mourneth.] Showeth his sorrow by habit and gesture, as Exodus 33:4.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Samuel 19:1

CHAPTER XIX David continues his lamentation for his son, and the people are greatly discouraged, 1-4. Joab reproves and threatens him with the general defection of the people, 5-7. David lays aside his mourning, and shows himself to the people, who are thereby encouraged, 8. The tribes take counsel to bring the king back to Jerusalem, 9-12. He makes Amasa captain of the host in place of Joab, 13. The king, returning, is met by Judah at Gilgal, 14, 15. Shimei comes to meet David, and entreats for his life, which David grants, 16-23. Mephibosheth also meets him, and shows how he had been slandered by Ziba, 24-30. David is met by Barzillai, and between them there is an affecting interview, 31-40. Contention between the men of Judah and the men of Israel, about bringing back the king, 41-43. NOTES ON CHAP. XIX

Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 19:1

Ch. 2 Samuel 19:1-8. David roused from his grief by Joab 2. the victory] The Heb. word means literally the salvation or deliverance. Cp. 1 Samuel 9:16; 1 Samuel 11:3; 2 Samuel 3:18, &c.

Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 19:1

DAVID BY JOAB, 2 Samuel 19:1-8.The stern and chivalrous Joab was highly indignant at the king’s grief.

Sermons on 2 Samuel 19:1

	Sermon	Description
	David's Return to Jerusalem Part 1 by Chuck Smith	In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the return of David to Jerusalem after the death of his son Absalom. The people of Israel were divided and unsure of how to respond to
	Deal Gently by Samuel Logan Brengle	Samuel Logan Brengle emphasizes the importance of dealing gently with others, drawing parallels between King David's plea for Absalom and Jesus' compassion for sinners. Despite Abs
	More Ugly and Horrid Than the Devil Himself! by Thomas Brooks	Thomas Brooks emphasizes the grave danger of bosom sins, which are cherished sins that individuals hold onto despite their destructive nature. He contrasts the attitudes of unsound
	God's Truth: Authority and Discipline by Russell Kelfer	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of God's word and the need for consistency in following through with what is said. He shares a personal anecdote about his so
	Every House Divided Against Itself Shall Not Stand! by Keith Daniel	In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of being worn out and upset due to the constant fighting and turmoil happening in the church. He witnesses a group of peop
	(Genesis) Genesis 37:34-36 by J. Vernon McGee	In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the grief of Jacob over the loss of his son Joseph. Jacob is seen mourning for his son and refusing to be comforted. The speaker suggests tha
	(2 Samuel) the Death of Absalom by David Guzik	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Absalom's crime and his ultimate fate. The preacher mentions that some ancient rabbis believed that Absalom's crime was so sever