2 Samuel 19:10

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And Absalom, whom we anointed over us, is dead in battle. Now therefore why speak ye not a word of bringing the king back?

Complete Jewish Bible:

However, Avshalom, whom we anointed to rule us, is dead in battle. So now, why doesn't anyone suggest bringing the king back?"

Berean Standard Bible:

But Absalom, the man we anointed over us, has died in battle. So why do you say nothing about restoring the king?”

American Standard Version:

And Absalom, whom we anointed over us, is dead in battle. Now therefore why speak ye not a word of bringing the king back?

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And Absalom^{H53}, whom we anointed^{H4886} over us, is dead^{H4191} in battle^{H4421}. Now therefore why speak^{H2790} ye not a word of bringing^{H7725} the king^{H4428} back^{H7725}?

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Commentary for 2 Samuel 19:10

2 Samuel 19:10 is a verse that captures a pivotal moment in the tumultuous history of ancient Israel. The historical context is the aftermath of Absalom's rebellion against his father, King David. Absalom had managed to usurp the throne and drove David into exile, but was eventually defeated and killed in a battle against David's loyal forces.

The verse reflects the shifting loyalties and the political and emotional turmoil following Absalom's death. The people, who had previously supported Absalom's claim to the throne, now face the consequences of their choice. With Absalom gone, there is a vacuum of leadership, and the people are confronted with the need to reconcile with the past and consider the future of their nation.

The themes present in this verse include the complexities of human allegiance, the recognition of past mistakes, and the desire for restoration and unity. The people's silence on the matter of bringing King David back suggests a sense of guilt, regret, or at least uncertainty about how to proceed after their ill-fated support for Absalom. It also touches on the concept of kingship and loyalty, highlighting the expectation that the people should take initiative in restoring the rightful king, David, to his throne.

In summary, 2 Samuel 19:10 encapsulates the remorseful and contemplative state of Israelites as they grapple with the consequences of rebellion and the loss of their chosen leader, Absalom. It underscores the importance of leadership, the need for reconciliation, and the collective responsibility of the people in the governance and stability of their kingdom.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. 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.
   
2. Strong's Number: H4886
   There are 66 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מָשַׁח
   Transliteration: mâshach
   Pronunciation: maw-shakh'
   Description: a primitive root; to rub with oil, i.e. to anoint; by implication, to consecrate; also to paint; anoint, paint.
   
3. Strong's Number: H4191
   There are 694 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מוּת
   Transliteration: mûwth
   Pronunciation: mooth
   Description: a primitive root; to die (literally or figuratively); causatively, to kill; [idiom] at all, [idiom] crying, (be) dead (body, man, one), (put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill, necro(-mancer), [idiom] must needs, slay, [idiom] surely, [idiom] very suddenly, [idiom] in (no) wise.
   
4. Strong's Number: H4421
   There are 308 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מִלְחָמָה
   Transliteration: milchâmâh
   Pronunciation: mil-khaw-maw'
   Description: from לָחַם (in the sense of fighting); a battle (i.e. the engagement); generally, war (i.e. warfare); battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior).
   
5. Strong's Number: H2790
   There are 66 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חָרַשׁ
   Transliteration: chârash
   Pronunciation: khaw-rash'
   Description: a primitive root; to scratch, i.e. (by implication) to engrave, plough; hence (from the use of tools) to fabricate (of any material); figuratively, to devise (in a bad sense); hence (from the idea of secrecy) to be silent, to let alone; hence (by implication) to be deaf (as an accompaniment of dumbness); [idiom] altogether, cease, conceal, be deaf, devise, ear, graven, imagine, leave off speaking, hold peace, plow(-er, man), be quiet, rest, practise secretly, keep silence, be silent, speak not a word, be still, hold tongue, worker.
   
6. Strong's Number: H7725
   There are 952 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שׁוּב
   Transliteration: shûwb
   Pronunciation: shoob
   Description: a primitive root; to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point); generally to retreat; often adverbial, again; ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw.
   
7. 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.