2 Samuel 17:27
2 Samuel 17:27 in Multiple Translations
When David came to Mahanaim, he was met by Shobi son of Nahash from Rabbah of the Ammonites, Machir son of Ammiel from Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim.
¶ And it came to pass, when David was come to Mahanaim, that Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammiel of Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim,
And it came to pass, when David was come to Mahanaim, that Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammiel of Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim,
Now when David had come to Mahanaim, Shobi, the son of Nahash of Rabbah, the Ammonite, and Machir, the son of Ammiel of Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim,
When David arrived at Mahanaim, he was welcomed by Shobi, son of Nahash, from Rabbah of the Ammonites, Machir, son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim.
And when Dauid was come to Mahanaim, Shobi the sonne of Nahash out of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the sonne of Ammiel out of Lo-debar, and Barzelai the Gileadite out of Rogel
And it cometh to pass at the coming in of David to Mahanaim, that Shobi, son of Nahash, from Rabbah of the Bene-Ammon, and Machir son of Ammiel, from Lo-Debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite, from Rogelim,
When David had come to Mahanaim, Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammiel of Lodebar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim,
And it came to pass, when David had come to Mahanaim, that Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammiel of Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim,
And when David was come to the camp, Sobi the son of Naas of Rabbath of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammihel of Lodabar, and Berzellai the Galaadite of Rogelim,
When David and his soldiers arrived at Mahanaim, Shobi the son of Nahash from Rabbah city in the Ammon area, and Machir the son of Ammiel from Lo-Debar city, and Barzillai from Rogelim town in the Gilead region
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2 Samuel 17:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֕י
כְּ/ב֥וֹא
דָוִ֖ד
מַחֲנָ֑יְמָ/ה
וְ/שֹׁבִ֨י
בֶן
נָחָ֜שׁ
מֵ/רַבַּ֣ת
בְּנֵֽי
עַמּ֗וֹן
וּ/מָכִ֤יר
בֶּן
עַמִּיאֵל֙
מִ/לֹּ֣א
דְבָ֔ר
וּ/בַרְזִלַּ֥י
הַ/גִּלְעָדִ֖י
מֵ/רֹגְלִֽים
וַ/יְהִ֕י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
כְּ/ב֥וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
דָוִ֖ד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
מַחֲנָ֑יְמָ/ה
Machănayim
H4266
Mahanaim
N-proper | Suff
וְ/שֹׁבִ֨י
Shôbîy
H7629
Shobi
Conj | N-proper
בֶן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
נָחָ֜שׁ
Nâchâsh
H5176
Nahash
N-proper
מֵ/רַבַּ֣ת
Rabbâh
H7237
Rabbah
Prep | N-proper
בְּנֵֽי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
עַמּ֗וֹן
ʻAmmôwn
H5983
Ammon
N-proper
וּ/מָכִ֤יר
Mâkîyr
H4353
Machir
Conj | N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
עַמִּיאֵל֙
ʻAmmîyʼêl
H5988
Ammiel
N-proper
מִ/לֹּ֣א
Lôʼ Dᵉbar
H3810
Lo-debar
Prep | N-proper
דְבָ֔ר
Lôʼ Dᵉbar
H3810
Lo-debar
N-proper
וּ/בַרְזִלַּ֥י
Barzillay
H1271
Barzillai
Conj | N-proper
הַ/גִּלְעָדִ֖י
Gilʻâdîy
H1569
Gileadite
Art | Ngmsa
מֵ/רֹגְלִֽים
Rôgᵉlîym
H7274
Rogelim
Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 17:27
וַ/יְהִ֕י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
כְּ/ב֥וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
דָוִ֖ד
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.
מַחֲנָ֑יְמָ/ה
Machănayim
H4266
"Mahanaim"
N-proper | Suff
Mahanaim was a place in Palestine where Jacob met angels, and its name means 'two camps'. It's east of the Jordan River and is an important location in biblical history.
Definition: § Mahanaim = "two camps" a place east of the Jordan, named from Jacob's encounter with angels
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Mahanaim. See also: Genesis 32:3; 2 Samuel 2:29; 1 Chronicles 6:65.
וְ/שֹׁבִ֨י
Shôbîy
H7629
"Shobi"
Conj | N-proper
Shobi was an Ammonite who supported King David during a time of rebellion, as described in 2 Samuel 17:27. His name means glorious and he was the son of Nahash, a king of the Ammonites.
Definition: A man of the Ammonites living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Sa.17.27; son of: Nahash (H5176J) § Shobi = "glorious" son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon; supported David during Absalom's rebellion
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shobi. See also: 2 Samuel 17:27.
בֶן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [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. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
נָחָ֜שׁ
Nâchâsh
H5176
"Nahash"
N-proper
Nahash was a non-Israelite king of the Ammonites who lived during King Saul's time, as mentioned in 2 Samuel 10:2. His name means serpent, and he is also the father of Shobi and Abigail's mother.
Definition: A man of the Ammonites living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Sa.17.27; father of: Shobi (H7629) § Nahash = "serpent" 1) a king of the Ammonites during the time of king Saul 2) the father of Abigail, the mother of Amasa, the commander of Absalom's army
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Nahash. See also: 1 Samuel 11:1; 2 Samuel 17:25; 1 Chronicles 19:2.
מֵ/רַבַּ֣ת
Rabbâh
H7237
"Rabbah"
Prep | N-proper
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.
בְּנֵֽי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [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. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
עַמּ֗וֹן
ʻAmmôwn
H5983
"Ammon"
N-proper
Ammon refers to a son of Lot and his descendants, who lived in Transjordan. The Ammonites are mentioned in the Bible as a distinct people. They appear in the book of Genesis and are also referenced in the history of the Israelites.
Definition: § Ammon = "tribal" a people dwelling in Transjordan descended from Lot through Ben-ammi
Usage: Occurs in 98 OT verses. KJV: Ammon, Ammonites. See also: Genesis 19:38; 2 Samuel 11:1; Psalms 83:8.
וּ/מָכִ֤יר
Mâkîyr
H4353
"Machir"
Conj | N-proper
Machir was an Israelite who lived during the United Monarchy, mentioned in 2 Samuel 9:4 as the son of Ammiel, and played a significant role in helping Saul and David. He was also the son of Manasseh and an Aramite woman. His name means 'sold'.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.9.4; son of: Ammiel (H5988H) § Machir = "sold" 1) eldest son of Manasseh by an Aramite or Syrian concubine and progenitor of a large family 2) son of Ammiel, a powerful chief of one of the Transjordanic tribes who rendered essential services to Saul and to David
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: Machir. See also: Genesis 50:23; Judges 5:14; 1 Chronicles 7:17.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [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. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
עַמִּיאֵל֙
ʻAmmîyʼêl
H5988
"Ammiel"
N-proper
Ammiel means 'my kinsman is God', the name of several Israelites, including the father of Bathsheba and a spy from the tribe of Dan. He is mentioned in 2 Samuel 11:3 and 1 Chronicles 3:5. Ammiel lived during the United Monarchy.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.11.3; father of: Bathsheba (H1339); also called Ammiel at 1Ch.3.5; Another name of e.li.am (אֱלִיעָם "Eliam" H0463G) § Ammiel = "my kinsman is God" 1) the spy from the tribe of Dan who perished in the plague for his evil report 2) father of Machir of Lo-debar 3) father of Bathsheba; also 'Eliam' 4) the 6th son of Obed-edom and doorkeeper of the temple
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Ammiel. See also: Numbers 13:12; 2 Samuel 17:27; 1 Chronicles 26:5.
מִ/לֹּ֣א
Lôʼ Dᵉbar
H3810
"Lo-debar"
Prep | N-proper
Lo-debar means 'not a pasture', a town in Palestine, mentioned in 2 Samuel 9:4 and Amos 6:13. It was a place in Manasseh, east of the Jordan.
Definition: Lo-debar = "not a pasture" a town in Manasseh in Gilead east of the Jordan Also named: lid.vir (לִדְבִר "Debir" H1688B)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Debir, Lodebar. See also: 2 Samuel 9:4; 2 Samuel 9:5; 2 Samuel 17:27.
דְבָ֔ר
Lôʼ Dᵉbar
H3810
"Lo-debar"
N-proper
Lo-debar means 'not a pasture', a town in Palestine, mentioned in 2 Samuel 9:4 and Amos 6:13. It was a place in Manasseh, east of the Jordan.
Definition: Lo-debar = "not a pasture" a town in Manasseh in Gilead east of the Jordan Also named: lid.vir (לִדְבִר "Debir" H1688B)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Debir, Lodebar. See also: 2 Samuel 9:4; 2 Samuel 9:5; 2 Samuel 17:27.
וּ/בַרְזִלַּ֥י
Barzillay
H1271
"Barzillai"
Conj | N-proper
Barzillai means 'my iron' and was the name of three Israelites, including a Gileadite leader who helped David defeat Absalom's rebellion.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.61 § Barzillai = "my iron" 1) a Gileadite leader who helped David defeat Absalom's rebellion 2) a priest, son-in-law to Barzillai the Gileadite 3) an Israelite from Mahalath whose son Adriel married Michal, Saul's daughter
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Barzillai. See also: 2 Samuel 17:27; 2 Samuel 19:40; Nehemiah 7:63.
הַ/גִּלְעָדִ֖י
Gilʻâdîy
H1569
"Gileadite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Gileadite is someone from Gilead, a descendant of the region or the tribe of Manasseh. They are inhabitants of the 'rocky region' of Gilead.
Definition: Someone from Gilead Group of gil.ad (גִּלְעָד "Gilead" H1568) § Gileadite = "rocky region" 1) an inhabitant of Gilead - 2) a branch of the tribe of Manasseh, descended of Gilead
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Gileadite. See also: Numbers 26:29; 2 Samuel 17:27; Nehemiah 7:63.
מֵ/רֹגְלִֽים
Rôgᵉlîym
H7274
"Rogelim"
Prep | N-proper
Rogelim is a place east of the Jordan River, mentioned in the Bible as a location in the highlands. Its name means 'place of fullers'.
Definition: § Rogelim = "place of fullers" a place in the highlands east of the Jordan
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Rogelim. See also: 2 Samuel 17:27; 2 Samuel 19:32.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 17:27
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Context — Hushai’s Warning Saves David
25Absalom had appointed Amasa over the army in place of Joab. Amasa was the son of a man named Ithra, the Ishmaelite who had married Abigail, the daughter of Nahash and sister of Zeruiah the mother of Joab.
26So the Israelites and Absalom camped in the land of Gilead.
27When David came to Mahanaim, he was met by Shobi son of Nahash from Rabbah of the Ammonites, Machir son of Ammiel from Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim.
28They brought beds, basins, and earthen vessels, as well as wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils, 29honey, curds, sheep, and cheese from the herd for David and his people to eat. For they said, “The people have become hungry, exhausted, and thirsty in the wilderness.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Kings 2:7 | But show loving devotion to the sons of Barzillai the Gileadite, and let them be among those who eat at your table, because they stood by me when I fled from your brother Absalom. |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 10:1–2 | Some time later, the king of the Ammonites died and was succeeded by his son Hanun. And David said, “I will show kindness to Hanun son of Nahash, just as his father showed kindness to me.” So David sent some of his servants to console Hanun concerning his father. But when they arrived in the land of the Ammonites, |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 9:4 | “Where is he?” replied the king. And Ziba said, “Indeed, he is in Lo-debar at the house of Machir son of Ammiel.” |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 11:1 | Soon Nahash the Ammonite came up and laid siege to Jabesh-gilead. All the men of Jabesh said to him, “Make a treaty with us, and we will serve you.” |
| 5 | Ezra 2:61 | And from among the priests: the descendants of Hobaiah, the descendants of Hakkoz, and the descendants of Barzillai (who had married a daughter of Barzillai the Gileadite and was called by their name). |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 12:26 | Meanwhile, Joab fought against Rabbah of the Ammonites and captured the royal fortress. |
| 7 | 2 Samuel 19:31–39 | Now Barzillai the Gileadite had come down from Rogelim to cross the Jordan with the king and send him on his way from there. Barzillai was quite old, eighty years of age, and since he was a very wealthy man, he had provided for the king while he stayed in Mahanaim. The king said to Barzillai, “Cross over with me, and I will provide for you at my side in Jerusalem.” But Barzillai replied, “How many years of my life remain, that I should go up to Jerusalem with the king? I am now eighty years old. Can I discern what is good and what is not? Can your servant taste what he eats or drinks? Can I still hear the voice of singing men and women? Why should your servant be an added burden to my lord the king? Your servant could go with the king only a short distance past the Jordan; why should the king repay me with such a reward? Please let your servant return, that I may die in my own city near the tomb of my father and mother. But here is your servant Chimham. Let him cross over with my lord the king, and do for him what is good in your sight.” The king replied, “Chimham will cross over with me, and I will do for him what seems good in your sight, and I will do for you whatever you desire of me.” So all the people crossed the Jordan, and then the king crossed over. The king kissed Barzillai and blessed him, and Barzillai returned home. |
| 8 | 2 Samuel 12:29–30 | So David assembled all the troops and went to Rabbah; and he fought against it and captured it. Then 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. |
2 Samuel 17:27 Summary
This verse shows how David was met with kindness and support by several people, including Shobi, Machir, and Barzillai, when he arrived in Mahanaim. They provided him with food and other necessities, demonstrating the importance of caring for those in need, as taught in Deuteronomy 15:7-8 and Matthew 25:31-46. This verse reminds us that even in difficult times, there can be unexpected acts of kindness and generosity, and that we should strive to show hospitality and care to those around us, just like these men did for David. By doing so, we can reflect the love and character of God, who cares for the needy and the stranger, as seen in Psalm 146:9.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Shobi son of Nahash, and why is he important in this verse?
Shobi son of Nahash was an Ammonite who showed kindness to David, as seen in 2 Samuel 17:27, similar to how the Good Samaritan showed kindness to the injured man in Luke 10:25-37, demonstrating that even in times of war, there can be unexpected acts of kindness and generosity.
What is the significance of Mahanaim in this verse?
Mahanaim was a city where David found refuge and support, as seen in 2 Samuel 17:27, and it is also the place where Jacob had a vision of angels, as recorded in Genesis 32:1-2, highlighting the importance of this location in biblical history.
How did the people mentioned in this verse support David?
The people mentioned in 2 Samuel 17:27, including Shobi, Machir, and Barzillai, supported David by providing him with food and other necessities, as seen in 2 Samuel 17:28-29, demonstrating the importance of hospitality and care for those in need, as taught in Matthew 25:31-46.
What can we learn from the example of Barzillai the Gileadite in this verse?
Barzillai's actions in 2 Samuel 17:27-29 demonstrate the value of loyalty and kindness, even in difficult times, as he stood by David and provided for him, much like the friends of the paralyzed man in Mark 2:1-12, who showed their loyalty and care by bringing him to Jesus for healing.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show kindness and generosity to those around me, just like Shobi and the others showed to David?
- How can I be a source of support and encouragement to those who are struggling or in need, just like the people who helped David in Mahanaim?
- What are some times in my life when I have experienced unexpected kindness or support, and how can I respond with gratitude and praise to God?
- How can I apply the lessons of hospitality and care from this verse to my own relationships and interactions with others?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 17:27
And it came to pass, when David was come to Mahanaim,.... When he first came thither, 2 Samuel 17:24; that Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon: who was either the son, or
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 17:27
And it came to pass, when David was come to Mahanaim, that Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammiel of Lo'debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 17:27
Shobi, as it may seem, disliked and disowned that barbarous action to the ambassadors; and therefore, when the rest were destroyed, was left king or governor of the residue of the Ammonites. Machir the son of Ammiel of Lodebar. See above, .
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 17:27
2 Samuel 17:27 And it came to pass, when David was come to Mahanaim, that Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammiel of Lodebar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim,Ver. 27. Shobi, the son of Nahash.] Second brother, likely, to that unworthy Hanun, who abused David’ s messengers, did him much more mischief, and was therefore worthily deposed, this brother of his being set up king in his stead. We read of Attilus, king of Suecia, that he made a dog king of the Danes, in revenge of a great many injuries he had received from them. Gunno, likewise king of the Danes, made a dog king of Norway, and appointed counsellors to do all things under his title and name. David was not so spiteful: but appointed this thankful man Shobi king of those injurious Ammonites; and married his son Solomon to Naamah, this man’ s sister, or daughter, likely, but a convert to the Jewish religion. And Machir.] He with whom Mephibosheth had been brought up, seeing his unexpected kindness to that poor cripple, ministereth to him.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 17:27
(27) Shobi the son of Nahash.—The narrative pauses in its course a moment to speak of the assistance sent to David during the time he was at Mahanaim and while Absalom had been gathering his forces. Among those whose friendly assistance was conspicuous was “Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon.” Hanun, king of the Ammonites, was a son of Nahash, and was conquered by David at Rabbah (2 Samuel 10:1; 2 Samuel 12:29-31). It is very possible that after dismantling the royal city David had left a brother of the late king as governor over the conquered territory, and that he now came forward to show his gratitude and faithfulness. It is also possible that Shobi was the son of some Israelite named Nahash, who lived in the conquered city of Rabbah. Machir the son of Ammiel.—See note on 2 Samuel 9:4. David now reaps a reward for his kindness to the crippled son of Jonathan.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 17:27
27–29. Loyal reception of David at Mahanaim 27. when David was come to Mahanaim] The narrative is continued from 2 Samuel 17:24. What follows happened immediately on David’s arrival there. Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah] It is natural to suppose that Shobi was a brother of Hanun (ch. 2 Samuel 10:1), who had been invested with some kind of dependent chieftainship by David after the conquest of the Ammonites, and now came to testify his gratitude. Machir] See note on ch. 2 Samuel 9:4. He who had entertained Jonathan’s son now shews hospitality to Jonathan’s friend. Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim] Who came down to escort the king over Jordan on his return, but declined to accompany him to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 19:31-40). His sons were commended to Solomon’s care (1 Kings 2:7) and as late as the Return from the Captivity a family of priests traced their descent from one of his daughters (Ezra 2:61-63; Nehemiah 7:63). The site of Rogelim is unknown.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 17:27
Shobi’s father may have been the king of the Ammonites, and Shobi appointed by David as tributary king or governor of Ammon after he took Rabbah 2 Samuel 12:29.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 17:27
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(1 Samuel) Saul’s Wise Early Years by David Guzik | In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing the concept of the inward battle and the outward battle. He shares a personal anecdote about watching his son play soccer and how |
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(Through the Bible) Ezra by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker talks about a man who had been bragging to the king about the power and greatness of God. As a result, the king gave him a lot of gold and silver, but n |
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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 |