Since the division of the kingdom had already taken place 1 samuel 27. Of great significance is gods covenant with david given to us in 2 samuel 7. Our text in 2 samuel informs us that there was great celebration as the ark was brought to jerusalem. Inductive bible study on the life of david from 2 samuel 6. And it was improper for amnon to do anything to her. Christ is indeed a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence, to those that are disobedient. All the chosen men of israel are called together to grace the solemnity, to pay their respect to the ark. On the first illfated journey with the ark, musicians accompanied the ark 2 samuel 6. Let us notice, however, that god did not rush down and give david the answer.
After the death of saul, david unifies the twelve tribes as their king. Read 2 samuel 6 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. In moving the ark, david did what he thought would be best 1 chron. You have not kept the commandment of yahweh your god, which he. He did not say, david, do you see what you have done wrong. The book of samuel, or 1 samuel and 2 samuel, form part of the narrative history of israel in the neviim or prophets section of the hebrew bibleold testament, called the deuteronomistic history, a series of books joshua, judges, samuel and kings that constitute a theological history of the israelites and aim to explain gods law for israel under the guidance of the prophets. Read 2 samuel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Samuel is the third book in the neviim prophets, the second section in the hebrew bible. Bible roman empire map large map of the roman empire in the early first century click around on the places. He sacrificed oxen and fatlings as a thanksgiving to god for his goodness, upon an altar erected on purpose on this extraordinary occasion.
We see david succeed and fail, and we see gods promise for a future king at the beginning and end of the story. We have recorded in these books the change in the government of israel from a theocracy to a kingdom. Listen to chuck swindoll s overview of second samuel in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. Also the millennial lordship of the messiah is prophetically pointed to. It records how david became king of all israel after the death of saul. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. The two books of samuel were classified as one in the jewish canon. Gravi et decenti incessu, in a grave and decent equipage, and had felt by comfortable experience that god helped them to bear the ark, 1 chronicles 15. Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. In 2 samuel, david becomes gods most faithful king, but then rebels. Book of 2 samuel matthew henrys bible commentary concise. After this absalom the son of david had a lovely sister, whose name was tamar.
The prophets nathan and gad may have recorded the events of 2 samuel see 1 chronicles 29. In english bibles, the book is usually divided into first and second samuel, but in jewish tradition, samuel is one book. You can find the best commentary on 1 2 samuel for you using the tools on the right side. David was displeased or rather, grieved, both for the sin, and for gods heavy judgment. Next chapter of 2 samuel the book of 2 samuel, chapter 6 we hope that you find the content of the book of 2 samuel, chapter 6 from the douay rheims version of the catholic bible helpful to your bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books. Study 2 samuel using matthew henry s bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. His conviction, by a message nathan brought him from god, which was a parable that obliged him to condemn himself 2 samuel 12. But saul made an unlawful sacrifice, and samuel told him, you have done foolishly. Study 2 samuel 6 using john gills exposition of the bible to better. David explained to the priests why god struck out against them in their first attempt to bring the ark to jerusalem in 1 chronicles 15. In it were the tablets of the law that moses brought down from mount sinai, a jar of manna, and the aarons rod that miraculously budded as a confirmation of his leadership. The parallel account in 1 chronicles is even more detailed. He adds wives and concubines and fathered eleven more sons 5. Now, at length, it is enquired after, david made the motion 1 chronicles.
When he came to david, he fell to the ground and prostrated himself. David makes jerusalem the political and religious centre of israel 2 samuel 5. The men who translated the septuagint from hebrew to greek separated the book into two parts. The ark of god was 3 feet 9 inches long, 2 feet 3 inches wide and 2 feet 3 inches high. As we noted in the previous chapter, 1 and 2 samuel form one book in the hebrew bible. The tabernacle of ancient israel brief overview of the tabernacle of moses in the wilderness and the ark of the covenant. This is the holy book of 2 samuel, known as the second book of samuel, otherwise called the second book of the kings.
Two thousand were with saul in k michmash and the hill country of bethel, and a thousand were with jonathan in l gibeah of benjamin. The septuagint, the greek version of the bible, first divided these books into two parts. Because the lord had made a breach upon uzzah he was sorry that there was any cause for such a breach or destruction, and perhaps was afraid also that he himself might suffer for not taking better care. And in the book of chronicles we have the details of that spiritual service of psalmody which david added to the levitical routine of sacrifice, and which bears the. Second samuel picks up the narration where 1 samuel left off and serves as a transition from the reign of saul to the reign of david. The holy bible book 10 2 samuel kjv dramatized audio. As soon as the removal of the ark had been successfully begun, david offered sacrifices of thanksgiving and of prayer. The prophet samuel was already deceased before the events recorded in 2 samuel. While samuel was the main character in the first book hence its name, david will dominate the pages of the second book of samuel. Samuel made his farewell address chapter 12 after renewing sauls kingship 11. The book of 2 samuel is one of the books of history in the bible. Mar 26, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of 2 samuel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought.
Includes cross references, discussion questions, teaching points, outline, and applications. The true meaning of awesome 2 samuel 6 forget the channel. The content of 2 samuel deals with the life and reign of king david and could have been entitled the book of david. And god having filled his heart with gladness, he was not ashamed to show it, and to express his thankfulness to him by his. And god having filled his heart with gladness, he was not ashamed to show it, and to express. The history of rome brief overview of roman history from her dawn to the first punic war. Summary of the book of 2 samuel originally the books of 1 and 2 samuel were one book.
Study 2 samuel using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Masoretic text cart 4 and they brought it with the ark of god from the house of abinadab, which was on the hill. They are the first two of four books of kings in the latin vulgate. Abner makes ishbosheth king battle between abners men and those of joab. Book of second samuel overview insight for living ministries. Most of 2 samuel is a history of the rule of king david. Amnon was so distressed over his sister tamar that he became sick. A chapter by chapter and verse by verse study of 2 samuel taught by pastor paul leboutillier of calvary chapel ontario, oregon. Three times in this chapter, michal is referred to as sauls daughter. The sons of abinadab, uzzah and ahio, guided the cart. Trusting god to see us through the be series commentary wiersbe, warren w. Amnon was sick with love for tamar, but the fruit of the relationship shows it was not love but lust. Trusting god to see us through the be series commentary. When those who bore the ark had gone six paces, he sacrificed an ox and a fatling 2 samuel 6.
David no doubt recognized the fear in mephibosheths heart and moved at. Which was done by the advice of his officers, 1 chronicles. It was not just a small group of israelites, but all the house of israel 2 samuel 6. In 2 samuel 6, david moves the neglected ark to his new capital in order to place. It was an evidence that the ark was not such a burdensome stone as it was taken to be, but, on the contrary, happy was the man that had it near him. Verses 2 5 and it came to pass at eventide, that david arose from off his bed, and walked upon the roof of the kings house. Holman old testament commentary 1, 2 samuel andrews, stephen j.
When those who were carrying the ark of the lord had taken six steps, he sacrificed a bull and a fattened calf. He built a new oxcart, brought the ark from the house of abinadab, placed it on the cart, and celebrated while it was being transported 2 sam. This, of course, was the customary way of showing respect and submission to ancient kings. All the chosen men of israel are called together to grace the solemnity, to pay their respect to the ark, and to testify their joy in its restoration. Bible books 2 samuel outline of contents english 2 samuel outline of contents. Second samuel is actually the second half of a single book that was divided into two part, 1 and 2 samuel because together they were too long to fit on one scroll. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 samuel 6 and more. Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has contributed many of his bible study series for use by the foundation. Read the books of samuel in hebrew and english on sefaria. David tastes triumph and trial in the book of 2 samuel.
Smith to write that, the blessing conferred upon obededom is the reason why david renewed his effort. First samuel opens with prayer, and 2 samuel closes with prayer. The rest of the people he sent home, every man to his tent. This appears to have been a test by david to find out if the lord. The book of 2 samuel continues to show us the virtue of humility, the destructiveness of pride, and the faithfulness of gods promise. She put her hands on her head and went away, weeping aloud as she went. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 samuel and more.