2 Samuel 5:9
2 Samuel 5:9 in Multiple Translations
So David took up residence in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built it up all the way around, from the supporting terraces inward.
So David dwelt in the fort, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward.
And David dwelt in the stronghold, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward.
So David took the strong tower for his living-place, naming it the town of David. And David took in hand the building of the town all round, starting from the Millo.
David went and lived in the fortress, and named it The City of David. He extended it in all directions, starting from the outer supporting terraces and moving inwards.
So Dauid dwelt in that forte, and called it the citie of Dauid, and Dauid built rounde about it, from Millo, and inward.
And David dwelleth in the fortress, and calleth it — City of David, and David buildeth round about, from Millo and inward,
David lived in the stronghold, and called it David’s city. David built around from Millo and inward.
So David dwelt in the fort, and called it the city of David. And David built around from Millo and inward.
And David dwelt in the castle, and called it, The city of David: and built round about from Mello and inwards.
After David and his soldiers captured the city with its strong walls around it, he lived there, and they named it ‘David’s City’. David and his soldiers built the city around the fortress, starting where the land was ◄filled in/terraces► on the east side of the hill.
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2 Samuel 5:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֵּ֤שֶׁב
דָּוִד֙
בַּ/מְּצֻדָ֔ה
וַ/יִּקְרָא
לָ֖/הּ
עִ֣יר
דָּוִ֑ד
וַ/יִּ֤בֶן
דָּוִד֙
סָבִ֔יב
מִן
הַ/מִּלּ֖וֹא
וָ/בָֽיְתָ/ה
וַ/יֵּ֤שֶׁב
yâshab
H3427
to dwell
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דָּוִד֙
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
בַּ/מְּצֻדָ֔ה
mâtsûwd
H4686
net
Prep | N-cs
וַ/יִּקְרָא
qârâʼ
H7121
to call
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
לָ֖/הּ
Prep | Suff
עִ֣יר
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
N-fs
דָּוִ֑ד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
וַ/יִּ֤בֶן
bânâh
H1129
to build
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דָּוִד֙
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
סָבִ֔יב
çâbîyb
H5439
around
N-cs
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הַ/מִּלּ֖וֹא
millôwʼ
H4407
Millo
Art | N-proper
וָ/בָֽיְתָ/ה
bayith
H1004
place
Conj | N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 5:9
וַ/יֵּ֤שֶׁב
yâshab
H3427
"to dwell"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This verb means to sit or dwell, and can also mean to remain or abide. It's used in the Bible to describe people living in a place or staying with someone, like in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) to dwell, remain, sit, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sit, sit down 1a2) to be set 1a3) to remain, stay 1a4) to dwell, have one's abode 1b) (Niphal) to be inhabited 1c) (Piel) to set, place 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to sit 1d2) to cause to abide, set 1d3) to cause to dwell 1d4) to cause (cities) to be inhabited 1d5) to marry (give an dwelling to) 1e) (Hophal) 1e1) to be inhabited 1e2) to make to dwell Aramaic equivalent: ye.tiv (יְתִב "to dwell" H3488)
Usage: Occurs in 977 OT verses. KJV: (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. See also: Genesis 4:16; Leviticus 25:18; Joshua 13:6.
דָּוִד֙
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
בַּ/מְּצֻדָ֔ה
mâtsûwd
H4686
"net"
Prep | N-cs
Matsud is a fortress or strong hold, like a castle or net, used for protection and capture, as mentioned in Psalm 31:4. It is a place of safety and security.
Definition: 1) net, prey, net prey 1a) net 1b) prey
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: castle, defense, fort(-ress), (strong) hold, be hunted, net, snare, strong place. See also: 1 Samuel 22:4; Job 39:28; Psalms 18:3.
וַ/יִּקְרָא
qârâʼ
H7121
"to call"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.
Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen
Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.
לָ֖/הּ
""
Prep | Suff
עִ֣יר
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
דָּוִ֑ד
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
וַ/יִּ֤בֶן
bânâh
H1129
"to build"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word bânâh means to build something, like a house or a family. It can also mean to establish or repair something, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to build, rebuild, establish, cause to continue 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to build, rebuild 1a2) to build a house (ie, establish a family) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be built 1b2) to be rebuilt 1b3) established (of restored exiles) (fig.) 1b4) established (made permanent) 1b5) to be built up (of childless wife becoming the mother of a family through the children of a concubine) Aramaic equivalent: be.nah (בְּנָה "to build" H1124)
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:22; 1 Kings 8:48; 2 Chronicles 20:8.
דָּוִד֙
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
סָבִ֔יב
çâbîyb
H5439
"around"
N-cs
This word describes something that surrounds or encompasses, like a circle or neighborhood, and can also mean around or about, as in on every side. It is used to describe physical locations and proximity. The KJV translates it as about or circuit.
Definition: : around/border subst 1) places round about, circuit, round about adv 2) in a circuit, a circuit, round about prep 3) in the circuit, from every side
Usage: Occurs in 282 OT verses. KJV: (place, round) about, circuit, compass, on every side. See also: Genesis 23:17; 1 Kings 7:24; Psalms 3:7.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/מִּלּ֖וֹא
millôwʼ
H4407
"Millo"
Art | N-proper
Millo refers to the citadel or rampart of Jerusalem, a fortified area of the city. It is mentioned in the Bible as a part of the city's defenses. The name means 'rampart' or 'mound'.
Definition: § Millo = "rampart" or "mound" This name is used for a part of the fortifications of Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Millo. See also H1037 (בֵּית מִלּוֹא). See also: Judges 9:6; 1 Kings 9:24; 2 Chronicles 32:5.
וָ/בָֽיְתָ/ה
bayith
H1004
"place"
Conj | N-ms | Suff
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 5:9
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- 2 Samuel 5:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 5:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 5:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:9
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:9
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 5:9
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 5:9
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:9
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 5:9
Context — David Conquers Jerusalem
7Nevertheless, David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David).
8On that day he said, “Whoever attacks the Jebusites must use the water shaft to reach the lame and blind who are despised by David. ” That is why it is said, “The blind and the lame will never enter the palace.”
9So David took up residence in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built it up all the way around, from the supporting terraces inward.
10And David became greater and greater, for the LORD God of Hosts was with him. 11Now Hiram king of Tyre sent envoys to David, along with cedar logs, carpenters, and stonemasons, and they built a palace for David.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 9:15 | This is the account of the forced labor that King Solomon imposed to build the house of the LORD, his own palace, the supporting terraces, and the wall of Jerusalem, as well as Hazor, Megiddo, and Gezer. |
| 2 | 1 Kings 9:24 | As soon as Pharaoh’s daughter had come up from the City of David to the palace that Solomon had built for her, he built the supporting terraces. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 32:5 | Then Hezekiah worked resolutely to rebuild all the broken sections of the wall and to raise up towers on it. He also built an outer wall and reinforced the supporting terraces of the City of David, and he produced an abundance of weapons and shields. |
| 4 | 2 Samuel 5:7 | Nevertheless, David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David). |
| 5 | 1 Kings 11:27 | and this is the account of his rebellion against the king. Solomon had built the supporting terraces and repaired the gap in the wall of the city of his father David. |
| 6 | Judges 9:20 | But if not, may fire come from Abimelech and consume the leaders of Shechem and Beth-millo, and may fire come from the leaders of Shechem and Beth-millo and consume Abimelech.” |
| 7 | 1 Chronicles 11:8 | He built up the city around it, from the supporting terraces to the surrounding wall, while Joab restored the rest of the city. |
| 8 | Judges 9:6 | Then all the leaders of Shechem and Beth-millo gathered beside the oak at the pillar in Shechem and proceeded to make Abimelech their king. |
2 Samuel 5:9 Summary
In 2 Samuel 5:9, David takes up residence in the fortress and names it the City of David, showing his faith and trust in God's promises. This verse teaches us that, just like David, we can claim and establish our own 'city' or sphere of influence for God's kingdom, as encouraged in Matthew 5:14-16. By trusting in God's promises and taking bold action, we can build and fortify our faith and character, and make our heart and mind a dwelling place for God, as seen in John 14:23. As we reflect on this verse, we can learn to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, just like David did, and seek to establish our own lives as a testament to His glory and power.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of David naming the fortress the City of David?
By naming the fortress the City of David, David is symbolically claiming it as his own and solidifying his authority over the city, as seen in 2 Samuel 5:9, and this action is a testament to his faith in God's promise to establish his kingdom, as stated in 2 Samuel 7:12-13.
What does the phrase 'from the supporting terraces inward' mean in this context?
The phrase 'from the supporting terraces inward' likely refers to the way David built and fortified the city, starting from the outer walls and working his way inward, as mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:9, similar to how Solomon later built and fortified the Temple, as described in 1 Kings 6:1-38.
How does this verse relate to David's overall mission and purpose?
This verse shows how David is fulfilling his role as king and leader of Israel, as appointed by God, as seen in 1 Samuel 16:13, and it sets the stage for his further conquests and establishment of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, as mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:6-12.
What can we learn from David's actions in this verse?
We can learn from David's example of faith, obedience, and leadership, as he trusts in God's promises and takes bold action to establish his kingdom, as seen in 2 Samuel 5:9, and this serves as a model for our own lives, as encouraged in Joshua 1:9 and Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can, like David, claim and establish my own 'city' or sphere of influence for God's kingdom?
- How can I, in my own life, build and fortify my faith and character, starting from the 'outer walls' and working my way inward?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's promises and take bold action, just like David did in this verse?
- What does it mean for me to 'take up residence' in my own life, and how can I make my heart and mind a dwelling place for God, as seen in John 14:23?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 5:9
So David dwelt in the fort,.... The strong hold of Zion, which he took: and called it the city of David; from his own name, to keep up the memory of his taking it, and of his habitation in it: and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 5:9
So David dwelt in the fort, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:9
Millo seems to have been some large and well fortified building, , adjoining or near to the wall of the city of Zion.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:9
2 Samuel 5:9 So David dwelt in the fort, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward.Ver. 9. So David dwelt in the fort.] After that he had slain all the old inhabitants, save one Araunah, saith Josephus, who afterwards proved his very friend. And called it, The city of David.] As Constantine called Bizantium Constantinople, after his own name: making it likewise the metropolis and seat of the empire. And David built round about, from Millo.] A certain tower or fortress. All the inside of the city David rebuilt, leaving the care of building the walls to Joab.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:9
(9) The fort.—The same word as strong hold in 2 Samuel 5:7. Millo.—A word always used in Hebrew with the definite article (except in Judges 9:6; Judges 9:20), the Millo. It is probably an old Canaanitish name for the fortification on the northern end of Mount Zion, “inward” from which the palace was situated. Subsequent kings, as Solomon (1 Kings 11:27) and Hezekiah (2 Chronicles 32:5), saw its importance and added to its strength. On all other sides Zion was protected by precipitous ravines. There is, however, some difference of opinion about the topography of ancient Jerusalem.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 5:9
9. in the fort] In the strong hold, the same word as in 2 Samuel 5:7, and in 1 Chronicles 11:5 (E. V. castle). Millo] The Millo. See Additional Note VI., p. 241. and inward] Within or under the protection of the Millo, which was the outermost defence of the city. Chron. adds “And Joab repaired the rest of the city.”
Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 5:9
David dwelt in the fort - or stronghold, (as in 2 Samuel 5:7) i. e. eventually, when the buildings were completed, which may not have been for two or three years.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:9
9. Built round about from Millo and inward — Millo was a fortress or rampart of ancient Zion, apparently so called from having been filled in (îìà) with earth and stones.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 5:9
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When Jesus Is Enthroned by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing the potential for a life of victory in the next 35 minutes. He encourages the audience to listen to God's serva |
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The King Gives Victory by Theodore Epp | Theodore Epp emphasizes that just as David conquered the seemingly impregnable fortress of the Jebusites, we too can overcome deeply entrenched habits of sin through the strength o |