King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And Absalom came to the king, and said, Behold now, thy servant hath sheepshearers; let the king, I beseech thee, and his servants go with thy servant.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Avshalom went to the king and said, "Your servant has sheep-shearers; please let the king and his servants come along with your servant."
Berean Standard Bible:
And he went to the king and said, “Your servant has just hired shearers. Will the king and his servants please come with me?”
American Standard Version:
And Absalom came to the king, and said, Behold now, thy servant hath sheep-shearers; let the king, I pray thee, and his servants go with thy servant.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And Absalom{H53} came{H935} to the king{H4428}, and said{H559}, Behold now, thy servant{H5650} hath sheepshearers{H1494}; let{H3212} the king{H4428}, I beseech thee, and his servants{H5650} go{H3212} with thy servant{H5650}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Jeremiah 41:6
- And Ishmael the son of Nethaniah went forth from Mizpah to meet them, weeping all along as he went: and it came to pass, as he met them, he said unto them, Come to Gedaliah the son of Ahikam.
Jeremiah 41:7
- And it was [so], when they came into the midst of the city, that Ishmael the son of Nethaniah slew them, [and cast them] into the midst of the pit, he, and the men that [were] with him.
2 Samuel 11:8
- And David said to Uriah, Go down to thy house, and wash thy feet. And Uriah departed out of the king's house, and there followed him a mess [of meat] from the king.
2 Samuel 11:15
- And he wrote in the letter, saying, Set ye Uriah in the forefront of the hottest battle, and retire ye from him, that he may be smitten, and die.
Psalms 12:2
- They speak vanity every one with his neighbour: [with] flattering lips [and] with a double heart do they speak.
Psalms 55:21
- [The words] of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war [was] in his heart: his words were softer than oil, yet [were] they drawn swords.
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Commentary for 2 Samuel 13:24
2 Samuel 13:24 is a verse set within the broader narrative of the succession struggles and familial conflicts in the court of King David. The verse specifically features Absalom, one of David's sons, who is seeking to strengthen his position and influence within the kingdom. By inviting King David and his court to join in the festivities of his sheep-shearing, Absalom is employing a strategic social maneuver. Sheep-shearing was an important annual event in ancient agrarian societies, often accompanied by feasting and celebration, and it provided an opportunity for social and political networking.
Absalom's invitation should be understood within the context of the tensions that have been building in the royal family. His sister Tamar had been raped by their half-brother Amnon, and Absalom had been exiled for a time after avenging Tamar by orchestrating Amnon's murder. Now back in favor, Absalom is carefully crafting his return to power and currying favor with his father, the king, and the royal court. This verse reflects Absalom's diplomatic efforts to re-establish himself and to be seen as a significant figure within the kingdom's political landscape.
The themes present in this verse include family dynamics and loyalty, the quest for power and influence, and the use of social events for political gain. It also highlights the complex relationships within the royal family, foreshadowing the eventual rebellion Absalom will mount against his father, King David, as he seeks to usurp the throne. Historically, the verse captures a moment in the tumultuous period of David's reign, where the seeds of future conflict are being sown, ultimately leading to Absalom's tragic downfall.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H53
There are 2955 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲבִישָׁלוֹם
Transliteration: ʼĂbîyshâlôwm
Pronunciation: ab-ee-shaw-lome'
Description: or (shortened) אַבְשָׁלוֹם ; from אָב and שָׁלוֹם; father of peace (i.e. friendly); Abshalom, a son of David; also (the fuller form) a later Israelite; Abishalom, Absalom. - Strong's Number: H935
There are 2307 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בּוֹא
Transliteration: bôwʼ
Pronunciation: bo
Description: a primitive root; to go or come (in a wide variety of applications); abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. - Strong's Number: H4428
There are 1922 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מֶלֶךְ
Transliteration: melek
Pronunciation: meh'-lek
Description: from מָלַךְ; a king; king, royal. - Strong's Number: H559
There are 4434 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָמַר
Transliteration: ʼâmar
Pronunciation: aw-mar'
Description: a primitive root; to say (used with great latitude); answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. - Strong's Number: H5650
There are 714 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֶבֶד
Transliteration: ʻebed
Pronunciation: eh'-bed
Description: from עָבַד; a servant; [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. - Strong's Number: H1494
There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גַּזָז
Transliteration: gazâz
Pronunciation: gaw-zaz'
Description: a primitive root (akin to גּוּז); to cut off; specifically to shear aflock or shave the hair; figuratively to destroy an enemy; cut off (down), poll, shave, (sheep-) shear(-er). - Strong's Number: H3212
There are 938 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָלַךְ
Transliteration: yâlak
Pronunciation: yaw-lak'
Description: a primitive root (compare הָלַךְ); to walk (literally or figuratively); causatively, to carry (in various senses); [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak.