King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
¶ Now Joab the son of Zeruiah perceived that the king's heart [was] toward Absalom.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Yo'av the son of Tz'ruyah perceived that the king missed Avshalom;
Berean Standard Bible:
Now Joab son of Zeruiah perceived that the king’s heart longed for Absalom.
American Standard Version:
Now Joab the son of Zeruiah perceived that the king’s heart was toward Absalom.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Now Joab{H3097} the son{H1121} of Zeruiah{H6870} perceived{H3045} that the king's{H4428} heart{H3820} was toward Absalom{H53}.
Cross-References (KJV):
2 Samuel 13:39
- And [the soul of] king David longed to go forth unto Absalom: for he was comforted concerning Amnon, seeing he was dead.
2 Samuel 2:18
- ¶ And there were three sons of Zeruiah there, Joab, and Abishai, and Asahel: and Asahel [was as] light of foot as a wild roe.
2 Samuel 19:2
- And the victory that day was [turned] into mourning unto all the people: for the people heard say that day how the king was grieved for his son.
2 Samuel 19:4
- But the king covered his face, and the king cried with a loud voice, O my son Absalom, O Absalom, my son, my son!
2 Samuel 18:33
- And the king was much moved, and went up to the chamber over the gate, and wept: and as he went, thus he said, O my son Absalom, my son, my son Absalom! would God I had died for thee, O Absalom, my son, my son!
1 Chronicles 2:16
- Whose sisters [were] Zeruiah, and Abigail. And the sons of Zeruiah; Abishai, and Joab, and Asahel, three.
Proverbs 29:26
- ¶ Many seek the ruler's favour; but [every] man's judgment [cometh] from the LORD.
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Commentary for 2 Samuel 14:1
2 Samuel 14:1, "Now Joab the son of Zeruiah perceived that the king's heart [was] toward Absalom," is a verse set within the complex narrative of King David's reign over Israel. This verse specifically highlights a key moment in the relationship between King David and his son Absalom, as well as the role of Joab, David's nephew and military commander.
The historical context of this verse is rooted in the family tensions and political intrigues that characterized David's household. Absalom had previously been exiled for the murder of his half-brother Amnon, who had raped their sister Tamar. Despite the gravity of Absalom's action, the verse indicates that David's heart yearned for reconciliation with his estranged son.
Joab, being perceptive and politically astute, recognized the depth of the king's longing for Absalom. This insight sets the stage for the events that follow, as Joab takes initiative to bring about a reconciliation between father and son. Joab's understanding of David's feelings reflects the complex dynamics of loyalty, family, and power within the court of King David.
The themes present in this verse include the strength of parental love, the potential for forgiveness and reconciliation, and the intricate interplay of personal relationships within a royal court. It also touches on the themes of wisdom and discernment, as Joab's recognition of the king's emotional state allows him to navigate the delicate situation with a strategic response. This verse serves as a pivotal point in the narrative, foreshadowing the eventual return of Absalom to Jerusalem and the tragic consequences that would follow.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H3097
There are 124 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יוֹאָב
Transliteration: Yôwʼâb
Pronunciation: yo-awb'
Description: from יְהֹוָה and אָב; Jehovah-fathered; Joab, the name of three Israelites; Joab. - Strong's Number: H1121
There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּן
Transliteration: bên
Pronunciation: bane
Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. - Strong's Number: H6870
There are 25 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צְרוּיָה
Transliteration: Tsᵉrûwyâh
Pronunciation: tser-oo-yaw'
Description: feminine passive participle from the same as צְרִי; wounded; Tserujah, an Israelitess; Zeruiah. - Strong's Number: H3045
There are 873 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָדַע
Transliteration: yâdaʻ
Pronunciation: yaw-dah'
Description: a primitive root; to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including observation, care, recognition; and causatively, instruction, designation, punishment, etc.); acknowledge, acquaintance(-ted with), advise, answer, appoint, assuredly, be aware, (un-) awares, can(-not), certainly, comprehend, consider, [idiom] could they, cunning, declare, be diligent, (can, cause to) discern, discover, endued with, familiar friend, famous, feel, can have, be (ig-) norant, instruct, kinsfolk, kinsman, (cause to let, make) know, (come to give, have, take) knowledge, have (knowledge), (be, make, make to be, make self) known, [phrase] be learned, [phrase] lie by man, mark, perceive, privy to, [idiom] prognosticator, regard, have respect, skilful, shew, can (man of) skill, be sure, of a surety, teach, (can) tell, understand, have (understanding), [idiom] will be, wist, wit, wot. - 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: H3820
There are 550 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לֵב
Transliteration: lêb
Pronunciation: labe
Description: a form of לֵבָב; the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything; [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. - 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.