2 Samuel

David's Reign

The Book of 2 Samuel is the second book of the Books of Samuel in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It tells the story of the reign of King David, who was chosen by God to be the king of Israel. The book begins with the story of David's rise to power and his defeat of the Philistines, who had long been a threat to the Israelites. It also includes the story of David's affair with Bathsheba, the wife of one of his soldiers, and the consequences of this sin. Despite these challenges, David remains a successful and popular king, and he establishes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. Key figures in the book of 2 Samuel include David, Bathsheba, and Solomon, David's son and successor as king. The book also mentions various other individuals, such as Nathan, the prophet, and Joab, David's general. The book also includes stories of various battles and conflicts, such as the struggle between David and his son Absalom for the throne of Israel.

Commentary

24 chapters

Biblical figures

Key figures in 2 Samuel

God

Supreme Being

Israel

King

David

Prophet, King of Israel

Judah

Tribal leader

Jerusalem

Capital

Egypt

Pharaoh

Mark

Gospel writer

Dan

Judge

Saul

Prophet, King of Israel

Jacob

Prophet, Patriarchs

Levi

Priest

Solomon

Prophet, King of Israel

Philistine

Enemy

Ben

Son of Jacob.

Joseph

Prophet, Vizier

Jordan

Baptist

Ephraim

Tribe Leader

Benjamin

Son of Jacob.

Canaan

Land of Canaan

Zion

No official position held by the figure Zion.

Syria

Ruler

Joab

Commander of David's army

Ammon

Servant

Jonathan

Prince

Gilead

Judge

Absalom

King

Edom

Chief of Edom.

Gad

prophet

Jehoshaphat

King of Judah

Elisha

Prophet

Hebron

City

Eleazar

High Priest of Israel

Abner

Commander

Damascus

Governor of Damascus

Bethlehem

Town.

Zadok

High Priest of Israel

Jezreel

The position held by Jezreel was "a city in Israel."

Nathan

Prophet

Jesse

Father of King David

Benaiah

Commander of King David's bodyguard

Sheba

Queen

Carmel

Prophet.

Obed

Son of Ruth and Boaz.

Zidon

King

Joram

King

Amnon

Son of David.

Uriah

High Priest of Israel

Adonijah

Rebel leader.

Zeruiah

Sister of Abishai.

Abishai

Commander

Abel

Shepherd

Tamar

Judah's daughter-in-law.

Hiram

King of Tyre.

Amasa

Commander of the army

Seraiah

High Priest of Israel

Asahel

Commander of the Army

Michal

Wife of David.

Abigail

Abigail held the position of wife of Nabal.

Elishama

Leader

Ziba

Steward

Bani

Overseer

Shamma

Elder

Hadar

Commander of a troop.

Abinadab

Unknown.

Jonadab

Confidant.

Jazer

Leader.

Kidron

Judge

Bathsheba

Queen Mother

Archi

Leader

Ittai

Commander

Shammah

Commander

Tarry

Position held: Judge.

Abiezer

Judge

Carmelite

Monastic.

Ammiel

My apologies, but it seems that there is no specific position mentioned in the Bible for the figure Ammiel.

Goliath

Champion of the Philistines

Talma

Perez

Elhanan

Eliada

Tekoah

Adriel

Eliam

Elishua

Helam

Jasher

Olivet

Rogel

Sheva

Zelah

Agee

Armoni

Elika

Giah

Sirah

Abiathar

High Priest of Israel

Abimelech

King of Israel

Ahimaaz

High Priest of Israel

Ahimelech

High Priest of Israel

Ahitub

High Priest of Israel

Chileab

Eli

High Priest of Israel, biblical judge

Hadadezer

King

Ham

Jehoiada

High Priest of Israel

Moab

Shimea

Chapters

David Anointed King of All Israel

2 Samuel 1

David is anointed as king over all Israel, consolidating his rule over the tribes.

David's Victory Over the House of Saul

2 Samuel 2

David defeats the remnants of Saul's family and consolidates his rule over all of Israel.

The Rise of Absalom

2 Samuel 3

Absalom, David's son, begins to rebel against his father and gains a following.

Death of Ish-bosheth

2 Samuel 4

Ish-bosheth, Saul's son and rival to David's rule, is murdered, solidifying David's reign.

David Conquers Jerusalem

2 Samuel 5

David conquers Jerusalem and makes it his capital.

The Ark Brought to Jerusalem

2 Samuel 6

The Ark of the Covenant is brought to Jerusalem and placed in a tent.

David's Covenant with God

2 Samuel 7

God makes a covenant with David, promising him a lasting dynasty through his descendants.

David's Military Campaigns

2 Samuel 8

David continues to expand his kingdom through military conquest.

Kindness to Mephibosheth

2 Samuel 9

David shows kindness to Mephibosheth, the son of Jonathan, who was lame.

Defeat of Ammon and Syria

2 Samuel 10

David defeats the armies of Ammon and Syria.

David and Bathsheba

2 Samuel 11

David commits adultery with Bathsheba and has her husband Uriah killed, leading to tragedy in his household.

Nathan's Rebuke of David

2 Samuel 12

Nathan the prophet rebukes David for his sin and pronounces judgment on him.

Amnon's Crime

2 Samuel 13

Absalom leads a full-scale rebellion against David, but is eventually defeated and killed.

David's Mercy Toward Absalom

2 Samuel 14

Despite his anger towards Absalom, David shows mercy towards his rebellious son.

Absalom's Conspiracy

2 Samuel 15

Absalom conspires against David and attempts to overthrow him.

Shimei Curses David

2 Samuel 16

Shimei curses David as he flees from Absalom's rebellion.

Hushai's Aid to David

2 Samuel 17

Hushai aids David in his flight from Absalom and provides counsel to him.

The Death of Absalom

2 Samuel 18

Absalom is killed in battle against David's forces, leading to David's great mourning.

David's Return to Jerusalem

2 Samuel 19

David returns to Jerusalem and is reconciled with his subjects.

The Rebellion of Sheba

2 Samuel 20

Sheba leads a rebellion against David, but is eventually defeated.

The Gibeonites Avenged

2 Samuel 21

David takes actions to atone for Saul's violation of a covenant with the Gibeonites.

David's Song of Deliverance

2 Samuel 22

David writes a song of deliverance, praising God for his salvation and protection.

The Last Words of David

2 Samuel 23

David speaks his final words, expressing confidence in God's sovereignty and calling on future generations to trust in him.

David Enrolls the Fighting Men

2 Samuel 24

David enrolls the fighting men and builds an alter