2 Samuel 5:15

¹⁴These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon,¹⁵Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,¹⁶Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet.

Summary

This verse mentions the birth of more sons to David in Jerusalem after he became king over all Israel. It signifies the establishment and growth of David's royal lineage, fulfilling God's promise to make his name great. The mention of David's wives and sons reflects the prosperity and stability of his reign, as well as the fulfillment of God's covenant with him. This verse highlights the importance of family and lineage in the context of David's kingship, showcasing God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to His chosen servant.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

Ibhar also, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia. Elishua is called Elishama, Ch1 3:6. . 2 Samuel 5:16 sa2 5:16 sa2 5:16 sa2 5:16And Elishama, and Eliada, and Eliphalet. Seven more by some other wife or wives; nine are mentioned in Ch1 3:6; there being in that account two Eliphalets, and another called Nogah; which two, one of the Eliphalets, and Nogah, might die without sons, as Kimchi thinks, and so are not mentioned here.

2 Samuel 5:15

David’s Family Grows

¹⁴These are the names of the children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon,¹⁵Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,¹⁶Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet.