2 Samuel 22:10
2 Samuel 22:10 in Multiple Translations
He parted the heavens and came down with dark clouds beneath His feet.
He bowed the heavens also, and came down; and darkness was under his feet.
He bowed the heavens also, and came down; And thick darkness was under his feet.
The heavens were bent, so that he might come down; and it was dark under his feet.
He pushed aside the heavens and came down, with dark clouds beneath his feet.
He bowed the heauens also, and came downe, and darkenes was vnder his feete.
And He inclineth heaven, and cometh down, And thick darkness [is] under His feet.
He bowed the heavens also, and came down. Thick darkness was under his feet.
He bowed the heavens also, and came down; and darkness was under his feet.
He bowed the heavens, and came down: and darkness was under his feet.
You tore open the sky and came down; there was a thick dark cloud under your feet.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 22:10
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2 Samuel 22:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֵּ֥ט
שָׁמַ֖יִם
וַ/יֵּרַ֑ד
וַ/עֲרָפֶ֖ל
תַּ֥חַת
רַגְלָֽי/ו
וַ/יֵּ֥ט
nâṭâh
H5186
to stretch
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
שָׁמַ֖יִם
shâmayim
H8064
heaven
N-mp
וַ/יֵּרַ֑ד
yârad
H3381
to go down
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
וַ/עֲרָפֶ֖ל
ʻărâphel
H6205
cloud
Conj | N-ms
תַּ֥חַת
tachath
H8478
underneath
Prep
רַגְלָֽי/ו
regel
H7272
foot
N-fd | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 22:10
וַ/יֵּ֥ט
nâṭâh
H5186
"to stretch"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To stretch or spread out, often used to describe physical movement, but also moral deflection, as seen in the story of Israel's decline in the book of Judges.
Definition: 1) to stretch out, extend, spread out, pitch, turn, pervert, incline, bend, bow 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stretch out, extend, stretch, offer 1a2) to spread out, pitch (tent) 1a3) to bend, turn, incline 1a3a) to turn aside, incline, decline, bend down 1a3b) to bend, bow 1a3c) to hold out, extend (fig.) 1b) (Niphal) to be stretched out 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to stretch out 1c2) to spread out 1c3) to turn, incline, influence, bend down, hold out, extend, thrust aside, thrust away
Usage: Occurs in 207 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afternoon, apply, bow (down, -ing), carry aside, decline, deliver, extend, go down, be gone, incline, intend, lay, let down, offer, outstretched, overthrown, pervert, pitch, prolong, put away, shew, spread (out), stretch (forth, out), take (aside), turn (aside, away), wrest, cause to yield. See also: Genesis 12:8; Psalms 31:3; Psalms 17:6.
שָׁמַ֖יִם
shâmayim
H8064
"heaven"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for heaven or sky, it refers to the visible universe and the abode of God. It is often used in the Bible to describe the dwelling place of celestial bodies.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible heavens, sky 1a1) as abode of the stars 1a2) as the visible universe, the sky, atmosphere, etc 1b) Heaven (as the abode of God) Aramaic equivalent: sha.ma.yin (שָׁמַ֫יִן "heaven" H8065)
Usage: Occurs in 395 OT verses. KJV: air, [idiom] astrologer, heaven(-s). See also: Genesis 1:1; 1 Samuel 2:10; Job 28:21.
וַ/יֵּרַ֑ד
yârad
H3381
"to go down"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To go down or descend, like going to a lower place or falling. It appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing people and things moving downwards.
Definition: 1) to go down, descend, decline, march down, sink down 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come down 1a2) to sink 1a3) to be prostrated 1a4) to come down (of revelation) 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to bring down 1b2) to send down 1b3) to take down 1b4) to lay prostrate 1b5) to let down 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be brought down 1c2) to be taken down
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, bring down, carry down, cast down, (cause to) come(-ing) down, fall (down), get down, go(-ing) down(-ward), hang down, [idiom] indeed, let down, light (down), put down (off), (cause to, let) run down, sink, subdue, take down. See also: Genesis 11:5; Judges 3:28; 2 Kings 1:15.
וַ/עֲרָפֶ֖ל
ʻărâphel
H6205
"cloud"
Conj | N-ms
A cloud or dark cloud symbolizes gloom or thick darkness, often used to describe a heavy or ominous sky.
Definition: cloud, heavy or dark cloud, darkness, gross darkness, thick darkness
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: (gross, thick) dark (cloud, -ness). See also: Exodus 20:21; Job 38:9; Psalms 18:10.
תַּ֥חַת
tachath
H8478
"underneath"
Prep
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.
רַגְלָֽי/ו
regel
H7272
"foot"
N-fd | Suff
This word also means a foot, like when God says he will tread on the wicked in Malachi 4:3. It's used to describe human and animal feet, as well as the base of objects like tables or idols.
Definition: 1) foot 1a) foot, leg 1b) of God (anthropomorphic) 1c) of seraphim, cherubim, idols, animals, table 1d) according to the pace of (with prep) 1e) three times (feet, paces) Aramaic equivalent: re.gal (רְגַל "foot" H7271)
Usage: Occurs in 232 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] be able to endure, [idiom] according as, [idiom] after, [idiom] coming, [idiom] follow, (broken-)foot(-ed, -stool), [idiom] great toe, [idiom] haunt, [idiom] journey, leg, [phrase] piss, [phrase] possession, time. See also: Genesis 8:9; 2 Samuel 22:39; Psalms 8:7.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 22:10
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Context — David’s Song of Deliverance
8Then the earth shook and quaked; the foundations of the heavens trembled; they were shaken because He burned with anger.
9Smoke rose from His nostrils, and consuming fire came from His mouth; glowing coals blazed forth.
10He parted the heavens and came down with dark clouds beneath His feet.
11He mounted a cherub and flew; He soared on the wings of the wind. 12He made darkness a canopy around Him, a gathering of water and thick clouds.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 8:12 | Then Solomon declared: “The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud. |
| 2 | Psalms 97:2 | Clouds and darkness surround Him; righteousness and justice are His throne’s foundation. |
| 3 | Psalms 144:5 | Part Your heavens, O LORD, and come down; touch the mountains, that they may smoke. |
| 4 | Exodus 20:21 | And the people stood at a distance as Moses approached the thick darkness where God was. |
| 5 | Luke 23:44–45 | It was now about the sixth hour, and darkness came over all the land until the ninth hour. The sun was darkened, and the veil of the temple was torn down the middle. |
| 6 | Isaiah 64:1–3 | If only You would rend the heavens and come down, so that mountains would quake at Your presence, as fire kindles the brushwood and causes the water to boil, to make Your name known to Your enemies, so that the nations will tremble at Your presence! When You did awesome works that we did not expect, You came down, and the mountains trembled at Your presence. |
| 7 | Matthew 27:45 | From the sixth hour until the ninth hour darkness came over all the land. |
| 8 | Nahum 1:3 | The LORD is slow to anger and great in power; the LORD will by no means leave the guilty unpunished. His path is in the whirlwind and storm, and clouds are the dust beneath His feet. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 4:11 | You came near and stood at the base of the mountain, a mountain blazing with fire to the heavens, with black clouds and deep darkness. |
| 10 | Psalms 104:3 | laying the beams of His chambers in the waters above, making the clouds His chariot, walking on the wings of the wind. |
2 Samuel 22:10 Summary
This verse, 2 Samuel 22:10, tells us that God is so powerful that He can break through the sky and come down to earth in a dramatic display of His majesty, with dark clouds under His feet. This shows us that God is in control of everything and is worthy of our respect and worship, much like what is described in Psalm 97:2. Just as God parted the heavens to come down and help His people, as seen in Exodus 19:16-18, He can also intervene in our lives to help us in times of need. By remembering God's power and majesty, we can have confidence in His ability to help us, just as the Psalmist did in Psalm 46:1-3.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God 'parted the heavens' in 2 Samuel 22:10?
This phrase suggests that God is breaking through the barriers that separate heaven and earth, much like He did in Psalm 18:9, to intervene in human affairs and display His power.
Why are 'dark clouds' mentioned as being 'beneath His feet'?
The dark clouds represent the majesty and awe-inspiring presence of God, similar to what is described in Exodus 20:21, and being beneath His feet signifies His dominance and control over all creation.
How does this verse relate to other biblical descriptions of God's power?
This verse is reminiscent of other passages, such as Job 38:1, where God's power and majesty are on full display, demonstrating His ability to command nature and the elements.
What can we learn about God's character from this verse?
From 2 Samuel 22:10, we see that God is a powerful, majestic, and awe-inspiring being who is capable of intervening in human affairs, as also seen in Isaiah 40:22, and who demands our reverence and worship.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have experienced God's power and majesty in my own life, and how have these experiences shaped my relationship with Him?
- How does the image of God parting the heavens and coming down in dark clouds affect my perception of His nature and character?
- In what ways can I apply the truth of God's power and control, as seen in this verse, to my daily life and challenges?
- What are some ways that I can cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God, as described in this verse, in my personal worship and devotion?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 22:10
He bowed the heavens also, and came down; and darkness [was] under his feet. [See comments on Psalms 18:9].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 22:10
He bowed the heavens also, and came down; and darkness was under his feet. He bowed the heavens also, and came down. The scene is now removed from heaven to earth. Isaiah wished that God would "rend the heavens, and come down" .
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 22:10
10. He bowed the heavens] The dark canopy of storm cloud, which is the pavement under His feet (Nahum 1:3), lowers as He descends to judgment. God is said to come down when He manifests His power in the world (Genesis 11:7; Genesis 18:21; Isaiah 64:1). Darkness symbolizes the mystery and terror of His Advent (Exodus 19:16; Exodus 20:21; 1 Kings 8:12; Psalms 97:2).
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:10
10. Bows down the heavens — Bent down the firmament so as to form a broad descending way for his coming.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 22:10
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Revival of Prayer by Mark Greening | In this sermon, the pastor recounts the story of a youth group revival that took place in 1904. The pastor asked the youth what God was doing in their lives, and a teenage girl nam |
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Letter 197. by James Bourne | James Bourne shares about the trials and spiritual growth he experiences, emphasizing the importance of humbling oneself before the Lord, seeking His help, and walking in the fear |
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Attributes of God (Series 1): The Justice of God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of a judge being caught between mercy and justice. He uses the example of a man torn between his love for a woman and his sense o |
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Attributes of God #4 "God's Justice" by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the essential nature of God's justice, asserting that it is not merely an attribute but the very essence of God Himself. He explains that God's justice is per |
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Darkness That Brings True Light by Oswald Chambers | Oswald Chambers preaches about the importance of heeding God's messages in times of darkness and sharing them in the light, emphasizing the valuable lessons learned during challeng |
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The First Adam and Last Adam by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the contrast between the first Adam and the last Adam, Jesus Christ, in God's redemptive plan. He explains that while the first Adam |
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He Will Be Seen by Frederick W. Robertson | Frederick W. Robertson preaches about the importance of trusting in the Lord even when faced with darkness and challenges. Just like the sun is still shining behind the clouds, God |