2 Samuel 2:32
2 Samuel 2:32 in Multiple Translations
Later, they took Asahel and buried him in his father’s tomb in Bethlehem. Then Joab and his men marched all night and reached Hebron at daybreak.
¶ And they took up Asahel, and buried him in the sepulchre of his father, which was in Beth-lehem. And Joab and his men went all night, and they came to Hebron at break of day.
And they took up Asahel, and buried him in the sepulchre of his father, which was in Beth-lehem. And Joab and his men went all night, and the day brake upon them at Hebron.
And they took Asahel's body and put it in the last resting-place of his father in Beth-lehem. And Joab and his men, travelling all night, came to Hebron at dawn.
They took Asahel's body and buried him in his father's tomb in Bethlehem. Then they marched all through the night and reached Hebron at dawn.
And they tooke vp Asahel, and buried him in the sepulchre of his father, which was in Bethlehem: and Ioab and his men went all night, and when they came to Hebron, the day arose.
And they lift up Asahel, and bury him in the burying-place of his father, which [is] in Beth-Lehem, and they go all the night — Joab and his men — and it is light to them in Hebron.
They took up Asahel and buried him in the tomb of his father, which was in Bethlehem. Joab and his men went all night, and the day broke on them at Hebron.
And they took up Asahel, and buried him in the sepulcher of his father, which was in Beth-lehem. And Joab and his men went all night, and they came to Hebron at break of day.
And they took Asael, and buried him in the sepulchre of his father in Bethlehem, and Joab, and the men that were with him, marched all the night, and they came to Hebron at break of day.
Some of Joab’s soldiers took Asahel’s body and buried it in the tomb where his father had been buried, in Bethlehem. Then they marched all during the night, and at dawn they arrived back home at Hebron.
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 2:32
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 2:32
- Context
- Cross References
- 2 Samuel 2:32 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 2:32
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:32
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:32
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 2:32
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 2:32
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:32
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 2:32
Context — The Battle of Gibeon
32And they took Asahel and buried him in his father’s tomb in Bethlehem. Then Joab and his men marched all night and reached Hebron at daybreak.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 2:13–16 | Jesse was the father of Eliab his firstborn; Abinadab was born second, Shimea third, Nethanel fourth, Raddai fifth, Ozem sixth, and David seventh. Their sisters were Zeruiah and Abigail. And the three sons of Zeruiah were Abishai, Joab, and Asahel. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 17:58 | “Whose son are you, young man?” asked Saul. “I am the son of your servant Jesse of Bethlehem,” David replied. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 21:1 | And Jehoshaphat rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David. And his son Jehoram reigned in his place. |
| 4 | Proverbs 22:29 | Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 16:14 | And he was buried in the tomb that he had cut out for himself in the City of David. They laid him on a bier that was full of spices and various blended perfumes; then they made a great fire in his honor. |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 5:1 | Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. |
2 Samuel 2:32 Summary
This verse tells us about the burial of Asahel, who was killed in battle, and how his body was taken to his family's tomb in Bethlehem. After the burial, Joab and his men traveled all night to get to Hebron, which shows how quickly they needed to move to fulfill their duties (similar to David's own experiences in 1 Samuel 23:1-12). The combination of mourning and action reminds us that life is full of ups and downs, but we must keep moving forward, trusting in God's plan, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28. By reflecting on this verse, we can learn more about the importance of honoring our loved ones, persevering through challenges, and trusting in God's guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Asahel buried in his father's tomb in Bethlehem?
Asahel was buried in his father's tomb in Bethlehem because it was a significant location for his family, and it showed respect and honor to his father, likely Zeruiah, as seen in 2 Samuel 2:32 and 1 Chronicles 2:16.
How did Joab and his men travel so quickly from the burial to Hebron?
Joab and his men marched all night, which allowed them to cover a significant distance and reach Hebron at daybreak, demonstrating their endurance and urgency, as mentioned in 2 Samuel 2:32.
What can we learn from the contrast between the burial of Asahel and the march to Hebron?
The contrast between the somber burial of Asahel and the swift march to Hebron highlights the dual nature of Joab's responsibilities as a military leader, balancing mourning and duty, much like David's own experiences in 1 Samuel 30:17-20 and 2 Samuel 5:1-5.
How does this verse reflect the broader themes of 2 Samuel?
This verse reflects the themes of loyalty, duty, and the complexities of leadership in 2 Samuel, as Joab navigates his responsibilities to David and his own family, echoing the sentiments of Psalm 37:3-7 and Proverbs 21:21.
Reflection Questions
- What does the burial of Asahel reveal about the importance of honoring our loved ones and respecting our heritage?
- How can we, like Joab, balance our emotional responses to difficult situations with our responsibilities and duties?
- What role does perseverance play in our lives, as seen in Joab's all-night march to Hebron?
- In what ways can we apply the lessons of this verse to our own experiences of loss and leadership?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 2:32
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:32
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:32
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 2:32
Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 2:32
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:32
Sermons on 2 Samuel 2:32
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