2 Samuel 2:3
2 Samuel 2:3 in Multiple Translations
David also took the men who were with him, each with his household, and they settled in the towns near Hebron.
And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron.
And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron.
And David took all his men with him, every man with his family: and they were living in the towns round Hebron.
He also brought the men who were with him, along with their families, and they settled in the villages near Hebron.
And Dauid brought vp the men that were with him, euery man with his houshold, and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron.
and his men who [are] with him hath David brought up — a man and his household — and they dwell in the cities of Hebron.
David brought up his men who were with him, every man with his household. They lived in the cities of Hebron.
And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron.
And the men also that were with him, David brought up every man with his household: and they abode in the towns of Hebron.
He also took the men who had been with him, and their families. They all started to live in villages near Hebron.
David’s workers also went back to Judah, and they took their children with them. Some went to Hebron. Other workers went to other places close by.
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2 Samuel 2:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/אֲנָשָׁ֧י/ו
אֲשֶׁר
עִמּ֛/וֹ
הֶעֱלָ֥ה
דָוִ֖ד
אִ֣ישׁ
וּ/בֵית֑/וֹ
וַ/יֵּשְׁב֖וּ
בְּ/עָרֵ֥י
חֶבְרֽוֹן
וַ/אֲנָשָׁ֧י/ו
ʼîysh
H376
man
Conj | N-mp | Suff
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
עִמּ֛/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep | Suff
הֶעֱלָ֥ה
ʻâlâh
H5927
to ascend
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
דָוִ֖ד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
אִ֣ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-ms
וּ/בֵית֑/וֹ
bayith
H1004
place
Conj | N-ms | Suff
וַ/יֵּשְׁב֖וּ
yâshab
H3427
to dwell
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
בְּ/עָרֵ֥י
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
Prep | N-fp
חֶבְרֽוֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
Hebron (Valley)
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 2:3
וַ/אֲנָשָׁ֧י/ו
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
עִמּ֛/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
הֶעֱלָ֥ה
ʻâlâh
H5927
"to ascend"
V-Hiphil-Perf-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.
דָוִ֖ד
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), 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) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
אִ֣ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
וּ/בֵית֑/וֹ
bayith
H1004
"place"
Conj | N-ms | Suff
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
וַ/יֵּשְׁב֖וּ
yâshab
H3427
"to dwell"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This verb means to sit or dwell, and can also mean to remain or abide. It's used in the Bible to describe people living in a place or staying with someone, like in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) to dwell, remain, sit, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sit, sit down 1a2) to be set 1a3) to remain, stay 1a4) to dwell, have one's abode 1b) (Niphal) to be inhabited 1c) (Piel) to set, place 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to sit 1d2) to cause to abide, set 1d3) to cause to dwell 1d4) to cause (cities) to be inhabited 1d5) to marry (give an dwelling to) 1e) (Hophal) 1e1) to be inhabited 1e2) to make to dwell Aramaic equivalent: ye.tiv (יְתִב "to dwell" H3488)
Usage: Occurs in 977 OT verses. KJV: (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. See also: Genesis 4:16; Leviticus 25:18; Joshua 13:6.
בְּ/עָרֵ֥י
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
Prep | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
חֶבְרֽוֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
"Hebron (Valley)"
N-proper
Hebron is a place in Palestine and also the name of two Israelites, one a descendant of Levi and the other of Caleb. It is first mentioned in the book of Genesis and is also referenced in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: Hebron = "association" Combined with e.meq (עֵ֫מֶק " Valley" H6010K)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: Hebron. See also: Genesis 13:18; 2 Samuel 3:19; 2 Chronicles 11:10.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 2:3
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- Context
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- 2 Samuel 2:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 2:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 2:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:3
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:3
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 2:3
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:3
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 2:3
Context — David Anointed King of Judah
1Some time later, David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up to one of the towns of Judah?” “Go up,” the LORD answered. Then David asked, “Where should I go?” “To Hebron,” replied the LORD.
2So David went there with his two wives, Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel.
3David also took the men who were with him, each with his household, and they settled in the towns near Hebron.
4Then the men of Judah came to Hebron, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. And they told David, “It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul.” 5So David sent messengers to the men of Jabesh-gilead to tell them, “The LORD bless you, because you showed this kindness to Saul your lord when you buried him.Cross References
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 30:1 | On the third day David and his men arrived in Ziklag, and the Amalekites had raided the Negev, attacked Ziklag, and burned it down. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 12:1–7 | Now these were the men who came to David at Ziklag, while he was still banished from the presence of Saul son of Kish (they were among the mighty men who helped him in battle; they were archers using both the right and left hands to sling stones and shoot arrows; and they were Saul’s kinsmen from Benjamin): Ahiezer their chief and Joash, who were the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite; Jeziel and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; Beracah; Jehu the Anathothite; Ishmaiah the Gibeonite, a mighty man among the Thirty and a leader over the Thirty; Jeremiah, Jahaziel, Johanan, and Jozabad the Gederathite; Eluzai, Jerimoth, Bealiah, Shemariah, and Shephatiah the Haruphite; Elkanah, Isshiah, Azarel, Joezer, and Jashobeam, who were Korahites; and Joelah and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham from Gedor. |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 27:2–3 | So David set out with his six hundred men and went to Achish son of Maoch, the king of Gath. David and his men settled in Gath with Achish. Each man had his family with him, and David had his two wives: Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail of Carmel, the widow of Nabal. |
| 4 | Joshua 21:11–12 | They gave them Kiriath-arba (that is, Hebron), with its surrounding pasturelands, in the hill country of Judah. (Arba was the father of Anak.) But they had given the fields and villages around the city to Caleb son of Jephunneh as his possession. |
| 5 | 1 Samuel 22:2 | And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him. |
| 6 | 1 Samuel 30:9–10 | So David and his six hundred men went to the Brook of Besor, where some stayed behind because two hundred men were too exhausted to cross the brook. But David and four hundred men continued in pursuit. |
2 Samuel 2:3 Summary
[In this verse, David is taking care of the men who are with him and their families by settling them in the towns near Hebron. This shows that David is a responsible and compassionate leader who values the well-being of those around him. As we read in 2 Samuel 2:1-2, the Lord had instructed David to go to Hebron, and now David is following through on that instruction. This is similar to how Jesus teaches us to love and care for one another in John 13:34-35.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did David take the men who were with him and their households to the towns near Hebron?
David took the men who were with him and their households to the towns near Hebron because the Lord had instructed him to go to Hebron, and he was establishing a new home base for himself and his followers, as seen in 2 Samuel 2:1-2, where the Lord tells David to go to Hebron.
What can we learn from David's decision to settle his men and their households in the towns near Hebron?
We can learn from David's decision that he valued community and family, and he wanted to provide a stable environment for those who were loyal to him, much like the importance of community and family is emphasized in Psalm 133:1 and Acts 2:42-47.
How does this verse relate to the broader story of 2 Samuel?
This verse is part of the narrative of David becoming the king of Judah, as seen in 2 Samuel 2:4, and it sets the stage for the events that will unfold in the rest of the book, including David's reign and his relationships with the people of Judah and Israel, as referenced in 1 Samuel 16:13 and 2 Samuel 5:1-5.
What does this verse reveal about David's character?
This verse reveals that David is a leader who cares about the well-being of his followers and their families, and he is willing to make decisions that will benefit them, as seen in his actions in 1 Samuel 23:1-12 and 30:1-31, demonstrating his compassionate and responsible nature, similar to the character of Jesus in Matthew 9:36-38.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can prioritize community and family in my own life, just as David did in this verse?
- How can I, like David, seek to provide a stable and supportive environment for those around me?
- What can I learn from David's example of trusting in the Lord's guidance and provision, as seen in 2 Samuel 2:1-3?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my care and concern for others, just as David did for his men and their households in this verse?
- How does this verse encourage me to think about my own role as a leader or influencer in the lives of others?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 2:3
And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household,.... They and their families, and no doubt provided well for them when he was settled on the throne, who had shown
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 2:3
So David went up thither, and his two wives also, Ahinoam the Jezreelitess, and Abigail Nabal's wife the Carmelite. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:3
i.e. The cities or towns belonging and subject to Hebron, which was the metropolis, ,12; for in Hebron itself there was not space for them all, because it was filled with priests, and with David’ s court.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:3
2 Samuel 2:3 And his men that [were] with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron.Ver. 3. And his men that were with him did David bring up.] Those that came to him, and continued with him in all his troubles. He cashiereth them not for all their recent rebellion at Ziklag, which was yet fresh, and but a few days since: but pardoning their rebellions, he maketh them partakers of his good success. Thus doth our heavenly Leader, whom David prefigured, take us to reign with him, who have suffered with him. And they dwelt in the cities of Hebron.] They were billeted up and down in the neighbouring towns and villages, called daughters, lest he should be burdensome to his Hebronites, by quartering upon them sa great a company.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:3
(3) Dwelt in the cities of Hebron.—David’s whole force of 600 men, with their families, accompanied him, and made their permanent settlement in the towns of the district to which Hebron gave its name
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 2:3
3. in the cities of Hebron] The towns and villages of the district round Hebron.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:3
3. Cities of Hebron — Cities situated round about Hebron; dependent towns. He took care, says Patrick, to provide for his followers and their families, according to every one’s merit.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 2:3
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Be Strong in the Lord by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher explains the concept of Jesus making a public spectacle of the devil. He compares it to how the Romans would publicly shame and display defeated rebels |
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God's People by Frank Knox | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching the word of God to children. He encourages teachers to love, pray, and live with their students, guiding them towa |
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Kingdom in Crisis - Part 1 by Dean Taylor | In this teaching session, the speaker addresses the current political climate and the deep influence it has on society. He emphasizes the need for Christians to respond to this cri |
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Seeking God's Will by Theodore Epp | Theodore Epp emphasizes the importance of seeking God's will in times of distress, as illustrated by David's experience when he found Ziklag burned and his family taken. David's in |
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David Recovered All by James Smith | James Smith preaches on the instructive life of David, drawing parallels between David's experiences in Ziklag and the redemptive work of Jesus. Through David's story, we learn abo |