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2 Samuel 12:24

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And David comforted Bathsheba his wife, and went in unto her, and lay with her: and she bare a son, and he called his name Solomon: and the LORD loved him.

And David {H1732} comforted {H5162} Bathsheba {H1339} his wife {H802}, and went in {H935} unto her, and lay {H7901} with her: and she bare {H3205} a son {H1121}, and he called {H7121} his name {H8034} Solomon {H8010}: and the LORD {H3068} loved {H157} him.

David comforted his wife Bat-Sheva, came to her and went to bed with her; she gave birth to a son and named him Shlomo. ADONAI loved him

Then David comforted his wife Bathsheba, and he went to her and lay with her. So she gave birth to a son, and they named him Solomon. Now the LORD loved the child

And David comforted Bath-sheba his wife, and went in unto her, and lay with her: and she bare a son, and he called his name Solomon. And Jehovah loved him;

Commentary

Context of 2 Samuel 12:24

This verse marks a pivotal moment in the life of King David, coming immediately after a period of immense sorrow and divine judgment. David had committed adultery with Bathsheba (2 Samuel 11:4) and orchestrated the death of her husband, Uriah the Hittite (2 Samuel 11:17). The prophet Nathan confronted David, exposing his sin and proclaiming the Lord's judgment, which included the death of the child born from that illicit union (2 Samuel 12:14). After a period of fervent prayer and fasting, the child died (2 Samuel 12:18). This verse, then, represents a significant turning point, a new beginning after the devastating consequences of David's sin and his subsequent repentance.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Grace and Forgiveness: Despite David's profound failures and the severe consequences that followed, God extends mercy and grace. The birth of Solomon, blessed by the Lord, demonstrates God's willingness to restore and continue His purposes even through flawed individuals.
  • New Beginnings and Restoration: The verse highlights a fresh start for David and Bathsheba. After the sorrow of loss, the birth of Solomon brings comfort and hope, symbolizing God's capacity to bring good out of difficult situations.
  • God's Sovereign Choice and Love: The phrase "the LORD loved him" is crucial. It signifies God's direct favor and choice for Solomon, setting him apart for a significant role in Israel's history as David's successor and the builder of the Temple. This divine love overrides human failings and points to God's overarching plan.
  • Continuity of the Messianic Line: Solomon's birth is vital for the Davidic covenant. He becomes a key ancestor in the genealogy of Jesus Christ, ensuring the continuation of the promised kingly line.

Linguistic Insights

The name Solomon (Hebrew: Shelomoh, שְׁלֹמֹה) is derived from the Hebrew root shalom (שָׁלוֹם), meaning "peace" or "completeness." This naming is highly significant, given the turmoil and lack of peace that preceded his birth due to David's actions. His name foreshadows a reign characterized by peace and prosperity, a stark contrast to the strife that often marked David's own rule.

The phrase "the LORD loved him" (Hebrew: YHWH ahevahu) is a direct declaration of divine affection and approval. This divine love is further emphasized in the very next verse, where the prophet Nathan, by the Lord's command, gives Solomon an additional name: Jedidiah, meaning "beloved of the LORD". This highlights God's special relationship with Solomon from his birth.

Practical Application

This verse offers powerful insights for believers today:

  • It underscores God's unfailing grace and capacity for forgiveness when there is genuine repentance, even after significant moral failures.
  • It reminds us that God can bring new beginnings and restoration out of pain and loss. Even when we face the consequences of our actions, God's redemptive plan can still unfold.
  • It demonstrates God's sovereignty in choosing and using individuals for His purposes, regardless of their imperfect pasts. God's love and favor are not earned but are gifts that align with His divine will.
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Cross-References

  • Matthew 1:6 (5 votes)

    And Jesse begat David the king; and David the king begat Solomon of her [that had been the wife] of Urias;

  • 1 Chronicles 28:5 (3 votes)

    And of all my sons, (for the LORD hath given me many sons,) he hath chosen Solomon my son to sit upon the throne of the kingdom of the LORD over Israel.

  • 1 Chronicles 28:6 (3 votes)

    And he said unto me, Solomon thy son, he shall build my house and my courts: for I have chosen him [to be] my son, and I will be his father.

  • 1 Chronicles 3:5 (2 votes)

    And these were born unto him in Jerusalem; Shimea, and Shobab, and Nathan, and Solomon, four, of Bathshua the daughter of Ammiel:

  • 1 Chronicles 29:1 (2 votes)

    ¶ Furthermore David the king said unto all the congregation, Solomon my son, whom alone God hath chosen, [is yet] young and tender, and the work [is] great: for the palace [is] not for man, but for the LORD God.

  • 2 Samuel 7:12 (2 votes)

    And when thy days be fulfilled, and thou shalt sleep with thy fathers, I will set up thy seed after thee, which shall proceed out of thy bowels, and I will establish his kingdom.

  • 1 Chronicles 22:9 (2 votes)

    Behold, a son shall be born to thee, who shall be a man of rest; and I will give him rest from all his enemies round about: for his name shall be Solomon, and I will give peace and quietness unto Israel in his days.