2 Samuel 9
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 9 of 24
Chapter Summary
David by Ziba sends for Mephibosheth. For Jonathan's sake he entertains him at his table and returns to him all that was Saul's. He makes Ziba the manager of his estate.
Key Hebrew Words
People & Context
King of Israel who seeks out Saul's heirs to show kindness for Jonathan's sake
Jonathan's son, lame in both feet, restored to Saul's lands and seated at David's table
Servant of Saul's house who locates Mephibosheth and is appointed to farm his land
Saul's late son whose friendship with David moves David to kindness toward his son
The former king whose house and lands David restores to his grandson Mephibosheth
Son of Ammiel of Lo-debar in whose house Mephibosheth was sheltered before David sent for him
Timeline
David asks if anyone remains of Saul's house to show kindness to. Ziba, a servant, informs him of Jonathan's lame son in Lo-debar.
2 Samuel 9:1-4David summons Mephibosheth, promises him kindness for Jonathan's sake, restores Saul's land to him, and invites him to eat at the king's table continually.
2 Samuel 9:5-8David commands Ziba and his household to farm the land for Mephibosheth, while Mephibosheth moves to Jerusalem to dine at the king's table.
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