2 Samuel 20:13
2 Samuel 20:13 in Multiple Translations
As soon as Amasa’s body was removed from the road, all the men went on with Joab to pursue Sheba son of Bichri.
When he was removed out of the highway, all the people went on after Joab, to pursue after Sheba the son of Bichri.
When he was removed out of the highway, all the people went on after Joab, to pursue after Sheba the son of Bichri.
When he had been taken off the road, all the people went on after Joab in search of Sheba, the son of Bichri.
Once Amasa's body was off the road, all the men followed Joab in pursuit of Sheba.
When hee was remoued out of the way, euerie man went after Ioab, to follow after Sheba the sonne of Bichri.
When he hath been removed out of the highway, every man hath passed on after Joab, to pursue after Sheba son of Bichri.
When he was removed out of the highway, all the people went on after Joab to pursue Sheba the son of Bichri.
When he was removed out of the highway, all the people went on after Joab, to pursue after Sheba the son of Bichri.
And when he was removed out of the way, all the people went on following Joab to pursue after Seba the son of Bochri.
After the body had been taken off the road, all the soldiers went with Joab to pursue Sheba.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 20:13
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2 Samuel 20:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
הֹגָ֖ה
מִן
הַֽ/מְסִלָּ֑ה
עָבַ֤ר
כָּל
אִישׁ֙
אַחֲרֵ֣י
יוֹאָ֔ב
לִ/רְדֹּ֕ף
אַחֲרֵ֖י
שֶׁ֥בַע
בֶּן
בִּכְרִֽי
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Prep | Rel
הֹגָ֖ה
yâgâh
H3014
to thrust away
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הַֽ/מְסִלָּ֑ה
mᵉçillâh
H4546
highway
Art | N-fs
עָבַ֤ר
ʻâbar
H5674
to pass
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
אִישׁ֙
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-ms
אַחֲרֵ֣י
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep
יוֹאָ֔ב
Yôwʼâb
H3097
Joab
N-proper
לִ/רְדֹּ֕ף
râdaph
H7291
to pursue
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
אַחֲרֵ֖י
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep
שֶׁ֥בַע
shebaʻ
H7652
Sheba
Adj
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
בִּכְרִֽי
Bikrîy
H1075
Bichri
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 20:13
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Prep | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
הֹגָ֖ה
yâgâh
H3014
"to thrust away"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
This word means to push or thrust something away, like removing an obstacle or rejecting something, as seen in some Bible translations.
Definition: (Hiphil) to repel, thrust away, push away
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: be removed. See also: 2 Samuel 20:13.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַֽ/מְסִלָּ֑ה
mᵉçillâh
H4546
"highway"
Art | N-fs
This word means a raised highway or public road, like the ones built by King Solomon. It is used in books like Numbers and Isaiah to describe paths and roadways.
Definition: highway, raised way, public road
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: causeway, course, highway, path, terrace. See also: Numbers 20:19; Psalms 84:6; Proverbs 16:17.
עָבַ֤ר
ʻâbar
H5674
"to pass"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb can mean to cross over or transition from one thing to another, and is sometimes used to describe being arrogant or crossing a boundary.
Definition: 1) to pass over or by or through, alienate, bring, carry, do away, take, take away, transgress 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pass over, cross, cross over, pass over, march over, overflow, go over 1a2) to pass beyond 1a3) to pass through, traverse 1a3a) passers-through (participle) 1a3b) to pass through (the parts of victim in covenant) 1a4) to pass along, pass by, overtake and pass, sweep by 1a4a) passer-by (participle) 1a4b) to be past, be over 1a5) to pass on, go on, pass on before, go in advance of, pass along, travel, advance 1a6) to pass away 1a6a) to emigrate, leave (one's territory) 1a6b) to vanish 1a6c) to perish, cease to exist 1a6d) to become invalid, become obsolete (of law, decree) 1a6e) to be alienated, pass into other hands 1b) (Niphal) to be crossed 1c) (Piel) to impregnate, cause to cross 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to pass over, cause to bring over, cause to cross over, make over to, dedicate, devote 1d2) to cause to pass through 1d3) to cause to pass by or beyond or under, let pass by 1d4) to cause to pass away, cause to take away 1e) (Hithpael) to pass over
Usage: Occurs in 493 OT verses. KJV: alienate, alter, [idiom] at all, beyond, bring (over, through), carry over, (over-) come (on, over), conduct (over), convey over, current, deliver, do away, enter, escape, fail, gender, get over, (make) go (away, beyond, by, forth, his way, in, on, over, through), have away (more), lay, meddle, overrun, make partition, (cause to, give, make to, over) pass(-age, along, away, beyond, by, -enger, on, out, over, through), (cause to, make) [phrase] proclaim(-amation), perish, provoke to anger, put away, rage, [phrase] raiser of taxes, remove, send over, set apart, [phrase] shave, cause to (make) sound, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] sweet smelling, take (away), (make to) transgress(-or), translate, turn away, (way-) faring man, be wrath. See also: Genesis 8:1; Deuteronomy 27:2; 1 Samuel 25:19.
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.
אִישׁ֙
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
אַחֲרֵ֣י
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
יוֹאָ֔ב
Yôwʼâb
H3097
"Joab"
N-proper
Joab was a prominent Israelite, his name means Jehovah is father. He was King David's nephew and army general, playing a key role in the Bible, including in the books of Samuel and Kings.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.8.9 § Joab = "Jehovah is father" 1) son of David's sister Zeruiah and general of David's army 2) a Judaite descendant of Kenaz 3) a post exilic family
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: Joab. See also: 1 Samuel 26:6; 2 Samuel 19:2; Psalms 60:2.
לִ/רְדֹּ֕ף
râdaph
H7291
"to pursue"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
To pursue or chase after someone means to follow them with hostile intent. This can be a physical pursuit or a pursuit of someone's life or well-being, as seen in many biblical stories.
Definition: 1) to be behind, follow after, pursue, persecute, run after 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pursue, put to flight, chase, dog, attend closely upon 1a2) to persecute, harass (fig) 1a3) to follow after, aim to secure (fig) 1a4) to run after (a bribe) (fig) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be pursued 1b2) one pursued (participle) 1c) (Piel) to pursue ardently, aim eagerly to secure, pursue 1d) (Pual) to be pursued, be chased away 1e) (Hiphil) to pursue, chase
Usage: Occurs in 135 OT verses. KJV: chase, put to flight, follow (after, on), hunt, (be under) persecute(-ion, -or), pursue(-r). See also: Genesis 14:14; 2 Samuel 20:13; Psalms 7:2.
אַחֲרֵ֖י
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
שֶׁ֥בַע
shebaʻ
H7652
"Sheba"
Adj
Sheba refers to a place in Palestine and two Israelites, one of whom was a Gadite living during the Divided Monarchy. It means seven and is also the name of a town in Simeon.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Gad living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.5.13; son of: Abihail (H0032I); brother of: Michael (H4317H), Meshullam (H4918I), Jorai (H3140), Jacan (H3275), Zia (H2127) and Eber (H5677H) § Sheba = "seven" a town in Simeon
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Sheba. See also: Joshua 19:2; 2 Samuel 20:10; 1 Chronicles 5:13.
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.
בִּכְרִֽי
Bikrîy
H1075
"Bichri"
N-proper
Bichri was an Israelite who lived during the United Monarchy, and his son Sheba is famous for rebelling against King David. The name Bichri means youthful, a characteristic of someone full of energy and life.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.20.1; father of: Sheba (H7652A) Also named: be.ri (בֵּרִים "Bichrite" H1276) § Bichri = "youthful" 1) a Benjamite, father of Sheba adj 2) (BDB) the Bichrites
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Bichri. See also: 2 Samuel 20:1; 2 Samuel 20:10; 2 Samuel 20:22.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 20:13
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Context — Sheba’s Rebellion
11One of Joab’s young men stood near Amasa and said, “Whoever favors Joab, and whoever is for David, let him follow Joab!”
12But Amasa wallowed in his blood in the middle of the road, and when the man saw that all the troops were stopping there, he dragged the body off the road into a field and threw a garment over it.
13As soon as Amasa’s body was removed from the road, all the men went on with Joab to pursue Sheba son of Bichri.
14Sheba passed through all the tribes of Israel to Abel-beth-maacah and through the entire region of the Berites, who gathered together and followed him. 15And Joab’s troops came and besieged Sheba in Abel-beth-maacah and built a siege ramp against the outer rampart of the city. As all the troops with Joab were battering the wall to topple it,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 6:12 | And the cows headed straight up the road toward Beth-shemesh, staying on that one highway and lowing as they went, never straying to the right or to the left. The rulers of the Philistines followed behind them to the border of Beth-shemesh. |
| 2 | Isaiah 7:3 | Then the LORD said to Isaiah, “Go out with your son Shear-jashub to meet Ahaz at the end of the aqueduct that feeds the upper pool, on the road to the Launderer’s Field, |
| 3 | 2 Kings 18:17 | Nevertheless, the king of Assyria sent the Tartan, the Rabsaris, and the Rabshakeh, along with a great army, from Lachish to King Hezekiah at Jerusalem. They advanced up to Jerusalem and stationed themselves by the aqueduct of the upper pool, on the road to the Launderer’s Field. |
| 4 | Proverbs 16:17 | The highway of the upright leads away from evil; he who guards his way protects his life. |
| 5 | Isaiah 62:10 | Go out, go out through the gates; prepare the way for the people! Build it up, build up the highway; clear away the stones; raise a banner for the nations! |
| 6 | Isaiah 36:2 | And the king of Assyria sent the Rabshakeh, with a great army, from Lachish to King Hezekiah at Jerusalem. And he stopped by the aqueduct of the upper pool, on the road to the Launderer’s Field. |
| 7 | 2 Samuel 20:12–13 | But Amasa wallowed in his blood in the middle of the road, and when the man saw that all the troops were stopping there, he dragged the body off the road into a field and threw a garment over it. As soon as Amasa’s body was removed from the road, all the men went on with Joab to pursue Sheba son of Bichri. |
| 8 | Numbers 20:19 | “We will stay on the main road,” the Israelites replied, “and if we or our herds drink your water, we will pay for it. There will be no problem; only let us pass through on foot.” |
| 9 | Mark 10:46 | Next, they came to Jericho. And as Jesus and His disciples were leaving Jericho with a large crowd, a blind beggar named Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, was sitting beside the road. |
| 10 | Judges 21:19 | “But look,” they said, “there is a yearly feast to the LORD in Shiloh, which is north of Bethel east of the road that goes up from Bethel to Shechem, and south of Lebonah.” |
2 Samuel 20:13 Summary
This verse shows how Joab's troops were able to move forward and pursue their goal of capturing Sheba son of Bichri once the distraction of Amasa's body was removed. It teaches us that we need to remove distractions and obstacles in our own lives in order to achieve our goals, as noted in 1 Corinthians 9:24-27. By staying focused and persevering, we can overcome challenges and move forward in our spiritual journey, just like Joab's troops did. This principle is also seen in Philippians 3:13-14, where we are encouraged to press on towards the goal of knowing Christ.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the soldiers stop to stare at Amasa's body?
The soldiers stopped because Amasa's body was a gruesome sight, and the soldier who moved it did so to prevent further distraction, allowing the troops to focus on their mission to pursue Sheba son of Bichri, as seen in 2 Samuel 20:12-13. This shows how the aftermath of violence can be a hindrance to our goals, as noted in Proverbs 28:13.
Who is Sheba son of Bichri and why is he being pursued?
Sheba son of Bichri was a rebellious leader who opposed King David, and Joab's troops were pursuing him to quell the rebellion, as stated in 2 Samuel 20:13 and 2 Samuel 20:14. This pursuit is reminiscent of other instances in the Bible where leaders had to deal with rebellion, such as in 1 Samuel 26:1-25.
What can we learn from Joab's actions in this verse?
Joab's actions demonstrate the importance of focus and perseverance in achieving our goals, as well as the need to remove distractions, as seen in 2 Samuel 20:12-13. This is similar to the principle stated in Hebrews 12:1-2, where we are encouraged to lay aside every weight and sin that clings so closely.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 2 Samuel?
This verse is part of a larger narrative about King David's reign and the challenges he faced, including rebellion and violence, as seen in 2 Samuel 18-20. It highlights the complexities of leadership and the need for wise decision-making, as noted in Proverbs 24:6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some 'bodies' in my life that I need to 'remove from the road' in order to move forward in my spiritual journey?
- How can I, like Joab's troops, stay focused on my goals and not get distracted by the 'bodies' or obstacles along the way?
- What are some ways I can apply the principle of perseverance and determination, as seen in Joab's pursuit of Sheba, to my own life and challenges?
- How can I balance the need to address rebellion or opposition, as seen in this verse, with the need to show compassion and mercy, as seen in other parts of the Bible, such as in Matthew 5:7?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 20:13
When he was removed out of the highway,.... Into the field, and covered over with a cloth, that he could not be seen: all the people went on after Joab; made no stop at all, knowing nothing of the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 20:13
And Amasa wallowed in blood in the midst of the highway. And when the man saw that all the people stood still, he removed Amasa out of the highway into the field, and cast a cloth upon him, when he
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 20:13
2 Samuel 20:13 When he was removed out of the highway, all the people went on after Joab, to pursue after Sheba the son of Bichri.Ver. 13. All the people went on after Joab.] So fast affected they were to him, notwithstanding these foul miscarriages and David’ s displeasure to boot.
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The Unrelenting Humility of God by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the scene of worship described in Revelation chapter 4. The worship is directed towards the God of all creation, with thunderings, lightning |
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And the Kine Went Along the Highway, by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the divine guidance evident in the story of the kine that moved along the highway, illustrating how God can direct even the most instinctual behaviors to fulf |
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Satan Uses Subtle Devices by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson warns about the subtle devices of Satan, who uses powerful and seemingly successful figures to instill doubt in believers' commitment to trust God. He highlights ho |
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How to Pray for Revival by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful story of a young boy who unexpectedly takes over the pulpit and preaches with tears. His passionate message touches the hearts of both |
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Dealing With Offence by Albert Zehr | Albert Zehr preaches on the importance of dealing with offence in the church to prepare for God's mighty move. He emphasizes the need to remove stumbling blocks that hinder believe |
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Sermon Outline on Revelation 20:11 by Alexander Campbell | Alexander Campbell addresses the Christian Association of Washington, defending their principles and design for promoting a scriptural reformation. He refutes objections raised by |
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Lift Up a Standard for the People by William Edwin Boardman | William Edwin Boardman preaches on the importance of historical examples in the Bible, emphasizing how they serve as living forms of sin, holiness, truth, and falsehood for our ins |