2 Samuel 12:29
2 Samuel 12:29 in Multiple Translations
So David assembled all the troops and went to Rabbah; and he fought against it and captured it.
And David gathered all the people together, and went to Rabbah, and fought against it, and took it.
And David gathered all the people together, and went to Rabbah, and fought against it, and took it.
Then David got all the people together and went to Rabbah and made war on it and took it.
So David called up the rest of the army and marched on Rabbah. He attacked it and captured it.
So Dauid gathered al the people together, and went against Rabbah, and besieged it, and tooke it.
And David gathereth all the people, and goeth to Rabbah, and fighteth against it, and captureth it;
David gathered all the people together and went to Rabbah, and fought against it and took it.
And David collected all the people, and went to Rabbah, and fought against it, and took it.
Then David gathered all the people together, and went out against Rabbath: and after fighting, he took it.
So David gathered all his troops. They went with David to Rabbah and attacked it and captured it.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 12:29
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2 Samuel 12:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֶּאֱסֹ֥ף
דָּוִ֛ד
אֶת
כָּל
הָ/עָ֖ם
וַ/יֵּ֣לֶךְ
רַבָּ֑תָ/ה
וַ/יִּלָּ֥חֶם
בָּ֖/הּ
וַֽ/יִּלְכְּדָֽ/הּ
וַ/יֶּאֱסֹ֥ף
ʼâçaph
H622
to gather
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דָּוִ֛ד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הָ/עָ֖ם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
וַ/יֵּ֣לֶךְ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
רַבָּ֑תָ/ה
Rabbâh
H7237
Rabbah
N-proper | Suff
וַ/יִּלָּ֥חֶם
lâcham
H3898
to fight
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בָּ֖/הּ
Prep | Suff
וַֽ/יִּלְכְּדָֽ/הּ
lâkad
H3920
to capture
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 12:29
וַ/יֶּאֱסֹ֥ף
ʼâçaph
H622
"to gather"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To gather means to bring people or things together, often for a purpose like worship or community. It can also mean to take away or remove something, like gathering a harvest. This word appears in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) to gather, receive, remove, gather in 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to gather, collect 1a2) to gather (an individual into company of others) 1a3) to bring up the rear 1a4) to gather and take away, remove, withdraw 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to assemble, be gathered 1b2) (pass of Qal 1a2) 1b2a) to be gathered to one's fathers 1b2b) to be brought in or into (association with others) 1b3) (pass of Qal 1a4) 1b3a) to be taken away, removed, perish 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to gather (harvest) 1c2) to take in, receive into 1c3) rearguard, rearward (subst) 1d) (Pual) to be gathered 1e) (Hithpael) to gather oneself or themselves
Usage: Occurs in 188 OT verses. KJV: assemble, bring, consume, destroy, felch, gather (in, together, up again), [idiom] generally, get (him), lose, put all together, receive, recover (another from leprosy), (be) rereward, [idiom] surely, take (away, into, up), [idiom] utterly, withdraw. See also: Genesis 6:21; 1 Chronicles 11:13; Psalms 26:9.
דָּוִ֛ד
Dâvid
H1732
"David"
N-proper
David was the youngest son of Jesse and a king of Judah, first mentioned in Ruth 4:17, and an ancestor of Jesus.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at Rut.4.17; son of: Jesse (H3448) and Nahash (H5176I); brother of: Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Shimeah (H8093), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684) and Elihu (H0453J); married to Michal (H4324), Abigail (H0026), Ahinoam (H0293H), Maacah (H4601I), Haggith (H2294), Abital (H0037), Eglah (H5698) and Bathsheba (H1339); father of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) Also named: Daueid, Dauid, Dabid (Δαυείδ, Δαυίδ, Δαβίδ "David" G1138) § David = "beloved" youngest son of Jesse and second king of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 912 OT verses. KJV: David. See also: Ruth 4:17; 1 Samuel 20:41; 1 Samuel 27:9.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הָ/עָ֖ם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
וַ/יֵּ֣לֶךְ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [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. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
רַבָּ֑תָ/ה
Rabbâh
H7237
"Rabbah"
N-proper | Suff
Rabbah is a place name in the Bible, referring to two cities in Palestine. It means great and is used to describe the capital city of the Ammonites, located east of the Jordan River. The KJV translates it as Rabbah or Rabbath.
Definition: Rabbath = "great" the capital city of the Ammonites located east of the Jordan Another name of am.mon (עַמּוֹן "Ammon" H5983)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Rabbah, Rabbath. See also: Deuteronomy 3:11; 2 Samuel 17:27; Jeremiah 49:2.
וַ/יִּלָּ֥חֶם
lâcham
H3898
"to fight"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this word means to feed on or consume something, often referring to eating food or battling against someone. It's used in stories like David's battles and the Israelites' struggles in the wilderness.
Definition: 1) to fight, do battle, make war 1a) (Qal) to fight, do battle 1b) (Niphal) to engage in battle, wage war
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: devour, eat, [idiom] ever, fight(-ing), overcome, prevail, (make) war(-ring). See also: Exodus 1:10; 2 Samuel 8:10; Psalms 35:1.
בָּ֖/הּ
""
Prep | Suff
וַֽ/יִּלְכְּדָֽ/הּ
lâkad
H3920
"to capture"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
This verb means to capture or seize, often using a net or trap. In the Bible, it is used to describe taking control of something or someone, and is also used figuratively to describe being caught or stuck in a situation.
Definition: 1) to capture, take, seize 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to capture, seize 1a2) to capture (of men) (fig.) 1a3) to take (by lot) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be caught (of men in trap, snare) (fig.) 1c) (Hithpael) to grasp each other
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, catch (self), be frozen, be holden, stick together, take. See also: Numbers 21:32; 2 Kings 18:10; Psalms 9:16.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 12:29
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- 2 Samuel 12:29 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 12:29
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 12:29
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 12:29
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 12:29
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 12:29
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 12:29
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 12:29
Context — The Capture of Rabbah
27Then Joab sent messengers to David to say, “I have fought against Rabbah and have captured the water supply of the city.
28Now, therefore, assemble the rest of the troops, lay siege to the city, and capture it. Otherwise I will capture the city, and it will be named after me.”
29So David assembled all the troops and went to Rabbah; and he fought against it and captured it.
30Then he took the crown from the head of their king. It weighed a talent of gold and was set with precious stones, and it was placed on David’s head. And David took a great amount of plunder from the city. 31David brought out the people who were there and put them to work with saws, iron picks, and axes, and he made them work at the brick kilns. He did the same to all the Ammonite cities. Then David and all his troops returned to Jerusalem.2 Samuel 12:29 Summary
In 2 Samuel 12:29, David gathers all his troops and goes to Rabbah to capture the city, which was the capital of the Ammonites. This shows David's leadership and military strength, but also his desire for recognition and glory. We can learn from David's example that with faith, strategy, and courage, we can achieve great things, just like he did (as seen in 1 Samuel 17:45-47). By trusting in God and using our resources wisely, we can overcome our own 'Rabbahs' and experience victory, as promised in Deuteronomy 31:6-8.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did David assemble all the troops to go to Rabbah?
David assembled all the troops to go to Rabbah because Joab, his commander, had already begun the battle and captured the water supply of the city, as seen in 2 Samuel 12:27, and David wanted to ensure the city's complete capture and claim the victory for himself, as Joab had suggested in 2 Samuel 12:28.
What was the significance of Rabbah in this context?
Rabbah was the capital city of the Ammonites, and capturing it was a significant victory for David and the Israelites, demonstrating God's faithfulness to them, as promised in Deuteronomy 31:6-8.
How does this verse relate to David's character?
This verse shows David's leadership and military prowess, but also his desire for recognition and glory, as he wanted to capture the city and claim the victory for himself, which can be seen as a mix of good and flawed characteristics, similar to those seen in 1 Samuel 17:45-47.
What can we learn from David's actions in this verse?
We can learn from David's actions that leadership and victory can be achieved through a combination of faith, strategy, and courage, as seen in 2 Samuel 12:29, and that God can use our strengths and weaknesses to achieve His purposes, as stated in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to assemble all my resources and efforts to achieve a victory, just like David did in Rabbah?
- How can I balance my desire for recognition and glory with a humble dependence on God, as seen in David's mixed character?
- What are some 'Rabbahs' in my life that I need to trust God to help me capture, and how can I prepare myself for those battles?
- In what ways can I demonstrate leadership and courage in my own life, just like David did in this verse, and how can I trust God to be with me in those efforts?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 12:29
And David gathered all the people together,.... The soldiers that were with him, or near him; which was done partly to recruit Joab's troops, who, by the continuance of the siege, and the sallies of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 12:29
And David gathered all the people together, and went to Rabbah, and fought against it, and took it. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 12:29
David, gathered all the people together; either because Joab needed more help for the storming of the city; or, at least, for the prosecution of the victory, and execution of justice upon the whole land; or because he would have them all to partake of the spoil of the city, which was there in great abundances, ; the rather because they were all exposed to the hazard of utter ruin, in case the Ammonites had prevailed against them.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 12:29
2 Samuel 12:29 And David gathered all the people together, and went to Rabbah, and fought against it, and took it.Ver. 29. And David gathered all the people together.] He had made his peace with God, for else he durst not have looked the enemy in the face: howbeit, that he had not yet recovered his former tenderness and sweet temper, some have gathered from his rigid, if not cruel dealing with the Ammonites, whom he put under saws and harrows of iron, &c. Cruelty hath the name a cruore, from blood inhumanly spilt.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 12:29
26–31. Capture of Rabbah = 1 Chronicles 20:1-3
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 12:29
29. All the people — All the men of war that were not with Joab at Rabbah, doubtless largely made up of fresh recruits.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 12:29
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And David Went to Rabboh, and Fought by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes that despite David's significant fall, God's grace allows for restoration and renewed opportunities for victory. He illustrates that true contrition and faith |