2 Samuel 3:32
2 Samuel 3:32 in Multiple Translations
When they buried Abner in Hebron, the king wept aloud at Abner’s tomb, and all the people wept.
And they buried Abner in Hebron: and the king lifted up his voice, and wept at the grave of Abner; and all the people wept.
And they buried Abner in Hebron: and the king lifted up his voice, and wept at the grave of Abner; and all the people wept.
And they put Abner's body to rest in Hebron; and the king and all the people were weeping loudly by the resting-place of Abner's body.
They buried Abner in Hebron, and the king cried loudly at the grave, along with all the people.
And when they had buryed Abner in Hebron, the King lift vp his voyce, and wept beside the sepulchre of Abner, and all the people wept.
And they bury Abner in Hebron, and the king lifteth up his voice, and weepeth at the grave of Abner, and all the people weep;
They buried Abner in Hebron; and the king lifted up his voice and wept at Abner’s grave; and all the people wept.
And they buried Abner in Hebron: and the king lifted up his voice and wept at the grave of Abner; and all the people wept.
And when they had buried Abner in Hebron, king David lifted up his voice, and wept at the grave of Abner: and all the people also wept.
They buried Abner’s body at Hebron. And at the grave, the king cried loudly, and all the other people also cried.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 3:32
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2 Samuel 3:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּקְבְּר֥וּ
אֶת
אַבְנֵ֖ר
בְּ/חֶבְר֑וֹן
וַ/יִשָּׂ֧א
הַ/מֶּ֣לֶךְ
אֶת
קוֹל֗/וֹ
וַ/יֵּבְךְּ֙
אֶל
קֶ֣בֶר
אַבְנֵ֔ר
וַ/יִּבְכּ֖וּ
כָּל
הָ/עָֽם
וַ/יִּקְבְּר֥וּ
qâbar
H6912
to bury
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אַבְנֵ֖ר
ʼAbnêr
H74
Abner
N-proper
בְּ/חֶבְר֑וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
Hebron (Valley)
Prep | N-proper
וַ/יִשָּׂ֧א
nâsâʼ
H5375
to lift
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
הַ/מֶּ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
קוֹל֗/וֹ
qôwl
H6963
voice
N-ms | Suff
וַ/יֵּבְךְּ֙
bâkâh
H1058
to weep
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
קֶ֣בֶר
qeber
H6913
grave
N-ms
אַבְנֵ֔ר
ʼAbnêr
H74
Abner
N-proper
וַ/יִּבְכּ֖וּ
bâkâh
H1058
to weep
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הָ/עָֽם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 3:32
וַ/יִּקְבְּר֥וּ
qâbar
H6912
"to bury"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To bury means to inter or lay someone to rest, often in a grave or tomb. This word is used throughout the Bible to describe the act of burying the dead, and is translated as bury in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to bury 1a) (Qal) to bury 1b) (Niphal) to be buried 1c) (Piel) to bury, bury (in masses) 1d) (Pual) to be buried
Usage: Occurs in 122 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] in any wise, bury(-ier). See also: Genesis 15:15; 1 Kings 14:31; Psalms 79:3.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אַבְנֵ֖ר
ʼAbnêr
H74
"Abner"
N-proper
Abner was a prominent Israelite, cousin of King Saul, and army captain, who played a key role in the book of 1 Samuel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.50; son of: Ner (H5369); father of: Jaasiel (H3300H) § Abner = "my father is a lamp" Saul's cousin and army captain, treacherously slain by Joab
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: Abner. See also: 1 Samuel 14:50; 2 Samuel 3:8; 1 Chronicles 27:21.
בְּ/חֶבְר֑וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
"Hebron (Valley)"
Prep | 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.
וַ/יִשָּׂ֧א
nâsâʼ
H5375
"to lift"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to lift or raise something, and it's used in many ways, like lifting a burden or raising someone's status. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often talking about God lifting people up. It's about supporting or carrying something or someone.
Definition: : raise/take_up 1) to lift, bear up, carry, take 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lift, lift up 1a2) to bear, carry, support, sustain, endure 1a3) to take, take away, carry off, forgive 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be lifted up, be exalted 1b2) to lift oneself up, rise up 1b3) to be borne, be carried 1b4) to be taken away, be carried off, be swept away 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to lift up, exalt, support, aid, assist 1c2) to desire, long (fig.) 1c3) to carry, bear continuously 1c4) to take, take away 1d) (Hithpael) to lift oneself up, exalt oneself 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to cause one to bear (iniquity) 1e2) to cause to bring, have brought
Usage: Occurs in 609 OT verses. KJV: accept, advance, arise, (able to, (armor), suffer to) bear(-er, up), bring (forth), burn, carry (away), cast, contain, desire, ease, exact, exalt (self), extol, fetch, forgive, furnish, further, give, go on, help, high, hold up, honorable ([phrase] man), lade, lay, lift (self) up, lofty, marry, magnify, [idiom] needs, obtain, pardon, raise (up), receive, regard, respect, set (up), spare, stir up, [phrase] swear, take (away, up), [idiom] utterly, wear, yield. See also: Genesis 4:13; Numbers 4:2; 1 Samuel 14:3.
הַ/מֶּ֣לֶךְ
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.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
קוֹל֗/וֹ
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
N-ms | Suff
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
וַ/יֵּבְךְּ֙
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.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
קֶ֣בֶר
qeber
H6913
"grave"
N-ms
A grave or sepulchre is a place where the dead are buried, often a tomb or burial site. This word is used in the Bible to describe the final resting place of individuals, and is translated as burying place or sepulchre in the KJV.
Definition: grave, sepulchre, tomb
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: burying place, grave, sepulchre. See also: Genesis 23:4; 2 Chronicles 32:33; Psalms 5:10.
אַבְנֵ֔ר
ʼAbnêr
H74
"Abner"
N-proper
Abner was a prominent Israelite, cousin of King Saul, and army captain, who played a key role in the book of 1 Samuel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.50; son of: Ner (H5369); father of: Jaasiel (H3300H) § Abner = "my father is a lamp" Saul's cousin and army captain, treacherously slain by Joab
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: Abner. See also: 1 Samuel 14:50; 2 Samuel 3:8; 1 Chronicles 27:21.
וַ/יִּבְכּ֖וּ
bâkâh
H1058
"to weep"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
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.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הָ/עָֽם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 3:32
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- Context
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- 2 Samuel 3:32 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 3:32
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 3:32
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 3:32
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 3:32
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 3:32
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 3:32
Context — David Mourns for Abner
30(Joab and his brother Abishai murdered Abner because he had killed their brother Asahel in the battle at Gibeon.)
31Then David ordered Joab and all the people with him, “Tear your clothes, put on sackcloth, and mourn before Abner.” And King David himself walked behind the funeral bier.
32When they buried Abner in Hebron, the king wept aloud at Abner’s tomb, and all the people wept.
33And the king sang this lament for Abner: “Should Abner die the death of a fool? 34Your hands were not bound, your feet were not fettered. As a man falls before the wicked, so also you fell.” And all the people wept over him even more.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 24:17 | Do not gloat when your enemy falls, and do not let your heart rejoice when he stumbles, |
| 2 | Job 31:28 | this would also be an iniquity to be judged, for I would have denied God on high. |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 30:4 | So David and the troops with him lifted up their voices and wept until they had no strength left to weep. |
| 4 | 2 Samuel 1:12 | They mourned and wept and fasted until evening for Saul and his son Jonathan, and for the people of the LORD and the house of Israel, because they had fallen by the sword. |
| 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 | Luke 19:41–42 | As Jesus approached Jerusalem and saw the city, He wept over it and said, “If only you had known on this day what would bring you peace! But now it is hidden from your eyes. |
2 Samuel 3:32 Summary
[This verse shows that King David was a compassionate and empathetic leader who cared deeply about the people around him, including Abner, as seen in 2 Samuel 3:32. He wept aloud at Abner's tomb, showing that he was genuinely grieved by Abner's death. This verse also shows that the people respected and honored Abner, weeping at his tomb, similar to how the people mourned the death of Samuel in 1 Samuel 25:1. We can learn from King David's example to show compassion and empathy to those around us who are hurting, as also encouraged in Galatians 6:2 and Romans 12:15.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did King David weep aloud at Abner's tomb?
King David wept aloud at Abner's tomb because he was genuinely grieved by Abner's death, as seen in 2 Samuel 3:32, and also because he wanted to show the people that he did not condone Joab's actions, as stated in 2 Samuel 3:30-31
Was Abner a believer in the God of Israel?
The Bible does not explicitly state Abner's spiritual beliefs, but it is clear that he was a prominent leader in Israel and had a close relationship with King David, as seen in 2 Samuel 3:6-21 and 2 Samuel 3:32
How did the people react to Abner's death?
The people wept at Abner's tomb, as seen in 2 Samuel 3:32, showing that they were also grieved by his death and respected him as a leader, similar to how the people mourned the death of Samuel in 1 Samuel 25:1
What can we learn from King David's actions in this verse?
We can learn that true leaders take responsibility for the actions of those under them and show compassion and empathy to those who are hurting, as seen in 2 Samuel 3:32 and also in Psalm 51:17, where David shows a heart of repentance and humility
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can show genuine grief and compassion to those around me who are hurting, just like King David did in this verse?
- How can I, like King David, take responsibility for my actions and the actions of those under my care, and show a heart of repentance and humility, as seen in Psalm 51:17?
- What are some ways that I can honor and respect the leaders in my life, even if they are not perfect, just like the people honored Abner in 2 Samuel 3:32?
- How can I balance my emotions and actions, like King David did in this verse, to show both strength and vulnerability in times of grief and hardship, as also seen in Psalm 42:11?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 3:32
And they buried Abner in Hebron,.... According to the Jewish account of places of burial (s), he was buried in the midst of the city, though burying places were generally without; and so Fuller (t)
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 3:32
And they buried Abner in Hebron: and the king lifted up his voice, and wept at the grave of Abner; and all the people wept. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 3:32
2 Samuel 3:32 And they buried Abner in Hebron: and the king lifted up his voice, and wept at the grave of Abner; and all the people wept.Ver. 32. And they buried Abner in Hebron.] The burial place of the patriarchs. The wicked may be with the saints in area, sed non in horreo; in the floor, but not in the garner.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 3:32
(32) In Hebron.—The family home, and therefore the natural burial-place, of Abner was at Gibeon (1 Chronicles 8:29; 1 Chronicles 8:33; 1 Chronicles 9:33); but this may have been now under Ish-bosheth’s control, and, at all events, a burial in the royal city of Hebron was more honourable and a more marked testimony to the grief of David.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 3:32
32. The people wept — The grief of David and the people produced a profound impression, and convinced the entire nation that the king had no hand in the death of Abner.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 3:32
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(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 |
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(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 |
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O America, America by Dan Biser | This sermon emphasizes the urgency for prayer, repentance, and seeking God's intervention in the face of societal decline and moral decay. It draws parallels from biblical stories |
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Anguish of Parents at the Perverseness of Children by Edward Payson | Edward Payson preaches about the grief of King David upon hearing of his son Absalom's death, emphasizing the anguish of a parent fearing for the eternal fate of their unprepared c |
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The Burdens of Ravenhill - Part 2 (Compilation) by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being anointed by God to preach the word. He highlights the brokenness and suffering in the world and the need for God's h |
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Oh, America, America! by Leonard Ravenhill | The sermon transcript discusses the importance of the Holy Ghost in preaching the word of God. It mentions a preacher named Bob Phillips who had a powerful impact on the audience d |
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Jesus - Lamb of God by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the story of Jesus weeping over the city of Jerusalem. He emphasizes that Jesus came to offer peace and salvation to the people, but they r |