2 Samuel 22:27
2 Samuel 22:27 in Multiple Translations
to the pure You show Yourself pure, but to the crooked You show Yourself shrewd.
With the pure thou wilt shew thyself pure; and with the froward thou wilt shew thyself unsavoury.
With the pure thou wilt show thyself pure; And with the perverse thou wilt show thyself froward.
He who is holy will see that you are holy; but to the man whose way is not straight you will be a hard judge.
You show yourself pure to those who are pure, but you show yourself astute to those who are crafty.
With the pure thou wilt shewe thy selfe pure, and with the frowarde thou wilt shew thy selfe frowarde.
With the pure Thou shewest Thyself pure, And with the perverse Thou shewest Thyself a wrestler.
With the pure you will show yourself pure. With the crooked you will show yourself shrewd.
With the pure thou wilt show thyself pure; and with the froward thou wilt contend.
With the elect thou wilt be elect: and with the perverse thou wilt be perverted.
You act sincerely toward those whose inner beings are pure, but you are hostile to those who are perverse/wicked.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 22:27
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2 Samuel 22:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עִם
נָבָ֖ר
תִּתָּבָ֑ר
וְ/עִם
עִקֵּ֖שׁ
תִּתַּפָּֽל
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
נָבָ֖ר
bârar
H1305
to purify
V-Niphal
תִּתָּבָ֑ר
bârar
H1305
to purify
V-Niphal-Imperf-2ms
וְ/עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Conj | Prep
עִקֵּ֖שׁ
ʻiqqêsh
H6141
twisted
Adj
תִּתַּפָּֽל
pâthal
H6617
to twist
V-Hithpael-Imperf-2ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 22:27
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
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.
נָבָ֖ר
bârar
H1305
"to purify"
V-Niphal
To purify means to make something clean and bright, like polishing metal. In the Bible, it involves removing sin and imperfections to become pure and holy before God.
Definition: 1) to purify, select, polish, choose, purge, cleanse or make bright, test or prove 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to purge, purge out, purify 1a2) to choose, select 1a3) to cleanse, make shining, polish 1a4) to test, prove 1b) (Niphal) to purify oneself 1c) (Piel) to purify 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to purify 1d2) to polish arrows 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to purify oneself 1e2) to show oneself pure, just, kind
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: make bright, choice, chosen, cleanse (be clean), clearly, polished, (shew self) pure(-ify), purge (out). See also: 2 Samuel 22:27; Isaiah 49:2; Psalms 18:27.
תִּתָּבָ֑ר
bârar
H1305
"to purify"
V-Niphal-Imperf-2ms
To purify means to make something clean and bright, like polishing metal. In the Bible, it involves removing sin and imperfections to become pure and holy before God.
Definition: 1) to purify, select, polish, choose, purge, cleanse or make bright, test or prove 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to purge, purge out, purify 1a2) to choose, select 1a3) to cleanse, make shining, polish 1a4) to test, prove 1b) (Niphal) to purify oneself 1c) (Piel) to purify 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to purify 1d2) to polish arrows 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to purify oneself 1e2) to show oneself pure, just, kind
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: make bright, choice, chosen, cleanse (be clean), clearly, polished, (shew self) pure(-ify), purge (out). See also: 2 Samuel 22:27; Isaiah 49:2; Psalms 18:27.
וְ/עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Conj | Prep
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.
עִקֵּ֖שׁ
ʻiqqêsh
H6141
"twisted"
Adj
The Hebrew word for something that is twisted or distorted, and can also refer to someone who is being false or perverse. It is used to describe something that is not straight or honest. The KJV translates it as crooked or froward.
Definition: twisted, distorted, crooked, perverse, perverted
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: crooked, froward, perverse. See also: Deuteronomy 32:5; Proverbs 8:8; Psalms 18:27.
תִּתַּפָּֽל
pâthal
H6617
"to twist"
V-Hithpael-Imperf-2ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to twist or struggle, often used to describe someone being morally corrupt or wrestling with God. It appears in various forms, such as being twisted or wrestling. This concept is seen in the actions of those who oppose God's will.
Definition: 1) to twist 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be twisted 1a2) to wrestle 1b) (Hithpael) to be twisted
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: (shew self) froward, shew self unsavoury, wrestle. See also: Genesis 30:8; Job 5:13; Psalms 18:27.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 22:27
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Context — David’s Song of Deliverance
25So the LORD has repaid me according to my righteousness, according to my cleanness in His sight.
26To the faithful You show Yourself faithful, to the blameless You show Yourself blameless;
27to the pure You show Yourself pure, but to the crooked You show Yourself shrewd.
28You save an afflicted people, but Your eyes are on the haughty to bring them down. 29For You, O LORD, are my lamp; the LORD lights up my darkness.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 5:8 | Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. |
| 2 | Psalms 18:26 | to the pure You show Yourself pure, but to the crooked You show Yourself shrewd. |
| 3 | Leviticus 26:23–28 | And if in spite of these things you do not accept My discipline, but continue to walk in hostility toward Me, then I will act with hostility toward you, and I will strike you sevenfold for your sins. And I will bring a sword against you to execute the vengeance of the covenant. Though you withdraw into your cities, I will send a plague among you, and you will be delivered into the hand of the enemy. When I cut off your supply of bread, ten women will bake your bread in a single oven and dole out your bread by weight, so that you will eat but not be satisfied. But if in spite of all this you do not obey Me, but continue to walk in hostility toward Me, then I will walk in fury against you, and I, even I, will punish you sevenfold for your sins. |
| 4 | Isaiah 45:9 | Woe to him who quarrels with his Maker— one clay pot among many. Does the clay ask the potter, ‘What are you making?’ Does your work say, ‘He has no hands’? |
| 5 | Psalms 125:5 | But those who turn to crooked ways the LORD will banish with the evildoers. Peace be upon Israel. |
| 6 | Exodus 18:11 | Now I know that the LORD is greater than all other gods, for He did this when they treated Israel with arrogance.” |
| 7 | Deuteronomy 28:58–61 | If you are not careful to observe all the words of this law which are written in this book, that you may fear this glorious and awesome name—the LORD your God— He will bring upon you and your descendants extraordinary disasters, severe and lasting plagues, and terrible and chronic sicknesses. He will afflict you again with all the diseases you dreaded in Egypt, and they will cling to you. The LORD will also bring upon you every sickness and plague not recorded in this Book of the Law, until you are destroyed. |
2 Samuel 22:27 Summary
This verse means that God shows Himself to be holy and righteous to those who are seeking to follow Him with a pure heart. To those who are not seeking God and are living in sin, God shows Himself to be wise and just in His dealings with them, often revealing their sin and holding them accountable. This is similar to what we see in Psalm 18:25-26, where David says that God rewards the faithful and blameless, but opposes the wicked. By seeking to follow God and have a pure heart, we can experience His purity and faithfulness in our lives, as seen in 1 John 1:7.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to show Himself pure to the pure?
This means that God reveals His holy and righteous nature to those who have a pure heart and are seeking to follow Him, as seen in Matthew 5:8 where it says 'Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God'
How does God show Himself shrewd to the crooked?
God's shrewdness towards the crooked refers to His wise and just dealings with those who are wicked or deceitful, often bringing their sinful ways to light and holding them accountable, as seen in Proverbs 26:26 which says 'Though his hatred be covered by deceit, his wickedness will be revealed before the assembly'
Is this verse saying that God changes who He is based on the person He is dealing with?
No, this verse is not saying that God changes His nature, but rather that He responds to people according to their actions and heart, as seen in Romans 2:11 which says 'For there is no partiality with God'
How can I be sure that God will show Himself pure to me?
To experience God's purity, one must seek to have a pure heart and walk in obedience to Him, as seen in 1 John 1:7 which says 'But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin'
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can purify my heart and seek God's purity in my life?
- How have I seen God's shrewdness towards the crooked in my own life or in the lives of others?
- What are some areas where I need to seek God's righteousness and faithfulness in my life?
- How can I reflect God's purity and faithfulness to those around me, especially to those who may be struggling with sin or doubt?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 22:27
With the pure thou wilt show thyself pure; and with the froward thou wilt show thyself unsavoury. [See comments on Psalms 18:26].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 22:27
With the pure thou wilt shew thyself pure; and with the froward thou wilt shew thyself unsavoury. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:27
(27) Unsavoury.—Rather, froward, for although the form here is anomalous, it is the same word, and has the same reference to the previous word as in the psalm.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 22:27
27. with the pure, &c.] Properly one who purifies himself. Cp. 1 John 3:3; Matthew 5:8; Psalms 73:1. thou wilt shew thyself unsavoury] Better, perverse. The man who is froward, morally distorted and perverse, is given over by God to follow his own perverseness, till it brings him to destruction. Cp. Leviticus 26:23-24; Romans 1:28; Revelation 22:11; and as an illustration, cp. the history of Balaam (Numbers 22:20).
Sermons on 2 Samuel 22:27
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Repentance in Kansas City by Andrew Strom | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the state of Christian meetings and how they often fail to truly impact people. He emphasizes the need for authenticity and a genuine encoun |
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"Where Are the Praying People?" by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the speaker's strong desire to remain separate from the sinful influences of the world, committing to prayer, Bible reading, and standing against immorality. |
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Accountability to God - Part 2 by Leonard Ravenhill | Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the critical need for accountability to God, illustrating the transformative power of genuine repentance and the pursuit of purity in the heart. He rec |
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Deeper Waters - Part 1 by Leonard Ravenhill | Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the profound depth of the Gospel of John, particularly focusing on the themes of sanctification and the nature of Jesus as both divine and human. He ar |
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(Pdf Book) Beauty of Christ Through Brokenness by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the significance of brokenness in the Christian life, illustrating that true humility and surrender to God are essential for reflecting Christ's image. He |
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A Pure Heart by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being sensitive to the Lord and not being deceived by sin. He warns against the love of the world, which includes the lust |
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Living With Your Passion by Erwin Lutzer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being thorough and complete in our commitment to God. He urges the audience to get rid of any associations or contacts that |