2 Samuel 22:23
2 Samuel 22:23 in Multiple Translations
For all His ordinances are before me; I have not disregarded His statutes.
For all his judgments were before me: and as for his statutes, I did not depart from them.
For all his ordinances were before me; And as for his statutes, I did not depart from them.
For all his decisions were before me, and I did not put away his laws from me.
I have kept all his laws in mind; I have not ignored his commandments.
For all his lawes were before me, and his statutes: I did not depart therefrom.
For all His judgments [are] before me, As to His statutes, I turn not from them.
For all his ordinances were before me. As for his statutes, I didn’t depart from them.
For all his judgments were before me: and as for his statutes, I did not depart from them.
For all his judgments are in my sight: and his precepts I have not removed from me.
All of your regulations were in my mind, and I did not turn away from obeying all your statutes.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 22:23
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2 Samuel 22:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֥י
כָל
משפט/ו
מִשְׁפָּטָ֖י/ו
לְ/נֶגְדִּ֑/י
וְ/חֻקֹּתָ֖י/ו
לֹא
אָס֥וּר
מִמֶּֽ/נָּה
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
כָל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
משפט/ו
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
N-ms | Suff
מִשְׁפָּטָ֖י/ו
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
N-mp | Suff
לְ/נֶגְדִּ֑/י
neged
H5048
before
Prep | Prep | Suff
וְ/חֻקֹּתָ֖י/ו
chuqqâh
H2708
statute
Conj | N-cp | Suff
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
אָס֥וּר
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
מִמֶּֽ/נָּה
min
H4480
from
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 22:23
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
כָל
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.
משפט/ו
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
N-ms | Suff
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
מִשְׁפָּטָ֖י/ו
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
N-mp | Suff
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
לְ/נֶגְדִּ֑/י
neged
H5048
"before"
Prep | Prep | Suff
Before or in front of something, as in Genesis 18:22 where Abraham stands before the Lord. It describes a position of being face to face or in someone's presence.
Definition: subst 1) what is conspicuous, what is in front of adv 2) in front of, straight forward, before, in sight of 3) in front of oneself, straightforward 4) before your face, in your view or purpose with prep 5) what is in front of, corresponding to 6) in front of, before 7) in the sight or presence of 8) parallel to 9) over, for 10) in front, opposite 11) at a distance prep 12) from the front of, away from 13) from before the eyes of, opposite to, at a distance from 14) from before, in front of 15) as far as the front of Aramaic equivalent: ne.ged (נֶ֫גֶד "before" H5049)
Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: about, (over) against, [idiom] aloof, [idiom] far (off), [idiom] from, over, presence, [idiom] other side, sight, [idiom] to view. See also: Genesis 2:18; Job 10:17; Psalms 10:5.
וְ/חֻקֹּתָ֖י/ו
chuqqâh
H2708
"statute"
Conj | N-cp | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to a statute or ordinance, often given by God to the Israelites. It appears in books like Leviticus and Numbers, outlining rules for sacrifices and festivals. These statutes helped the Israelites understand God's requirements.
Definition: 1) statute, ordinance, limit, enactment, something prescribed 1a) statute
Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: appointed, custom, manner, ordinance, site, statute. See also: Genesis 26:5; Deuteronomy 28:15; Psalms 18:23.
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
אָס֥וּר
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
מִמֶּֽ/נָּה
min
H4480
"from"
Prep | Suff
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.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 22:23
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- 2 Samuel 22:23 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 22:23
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 22:23
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:23
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 22:23
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:23
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 22:23
Context — David’s Song of Deliverance
21The LORD has rewarded me according to my righteousness; He has repaid me according to the cleanness of my hands.
22For I have kept the ways of the LORD and have not wickedly departed from my God.
23For all His ordinances are before me; I have not disregarded His statutes.
24And I have been blameless before Him and kept myself from iniquity. 25So the LORD has repaid me according to my righteousness, according to my cleanness in His sight.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 119:30 | I have chosen the way of truth; I have set Your ordinances before me. |
| 2 | Psalms 119:102 | I have not departed from Your ordinances, for You Yourself have taught me. |
| 3 | John 15:14 | You are My friends if you do what I command you. |
| 4 | Psalms 119:128 | Therefore I admire all Your precepts and hate every false way. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 6:6–9 | These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie them as reminders on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the doorposts of your houses and on your gates. |
| 6 | Psalms 119:13 | With my lips I proclaim all the judgments of Your mouth. |
| 7 | Psalms 19:8–9 | The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes. The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous. |
| 8 | Luke 1:6 | Both of them were righteous in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and decrees of the Lord. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 7:12 | If you listen to these ordinances and keep them carefully, then the LORD your God will keep His covenant and the loving devotion that He swore to your fathers. |
| 10 | Psalms 119:6 | Then I would not be ashamed when I consider all Your commandments. |
2 Samuel 22:23 Summary
This verse means that David is saying he has tried to follow all of God's rules and commands, and he hasn't ignored or disobeyed them. He is being careful to do what God wants him to do, just like we should try to do, as taught in Micah 6:8. By following God's ordinances, we can show our love and respect for Him, and live in harmony with His will, as seen in 2 Samuel 22:21-25. We can do this by reading the Bible and trying to apply its teachings to our lives, as encouraged in Joshua 1:8.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have all God's ordinances before us?
This means being aware of and following God's commands and laws, as seen in the Bible, and striving to live according to them, just as David did in 2 Samuel 22:23, and as encouraged in Psalm 119:105.
How can we disregard God's statutes without realizing it?
We can disregard God's statutes by ignoring or disobeying His commands, as warned in Deuteronomy 28:15, and by not seeking to understand and follow His will for our lives, as taught in Proverbs 3:1-2.
What is the importance of not disregarding God's statutes?
Not disregarding God's statutes is crucial because it shows our love and respect for God, and it allows us to live in harmony with His will, as Jesus taught in John 14:15, and as David experienced in 2 Samuel 22:21-25.
How can we ensure that God's ordinances are always before us?
We can ensure that God's ordinances are always before us by regularly reading and studying the Bible, as encouraged in 2 Timothy 3:16-17, and by seeking to apply its teachings to our daily lives, as seen in James 1:22-25.
Reflection Questions
- What are some of God's ordinances that are before me, and how can I apply them to my life?
- In what ways have I disregarded God's statutes in the past, and how can I make amends and do better in the future?
- How can I cultivate a heart that is sensitive to God's commands and desires to follow them, as David did in 2 Samuel 22:23?
- What are some practical steps I can take to keep God's ordinances before me, such as reading the Bible, praying, or seeking accountability from others?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 22:23
For all his judgments [were] before me: and [as for] his statutes, I did not depart from them. [See comments on Psalms 18:22].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 22:23
For all his judgments were before me: and as for his statutes, I did not depart from them. For all his judgments were before me - i:e., the divine law (Psalms 19:9) was predominantly present to my mind.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:23
(23) His statutes, I did not depart from them.—The psalm, by a very slight change in the original, has “I did not put away his statutes from me.” The former is the more common form, the latter suits better the parallelism here.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 22:23
23. all his judgments were before me] God’s commandments were continually present to his mind as the rule of life. Cp. Deuteronomy 6:6-9; Psalms 119:30; Psalms 119:102. and as for his statutes, &c.] In Psalms 18:22, “And his statutes did I not put away from me,” in order to sin with less compunction. This suits the parallelism better, and is probably the true reading.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:23
23. His judgments — His decisions and dispensations, that showed his views of right and wrong. Statutes — The established laws and usages of his covenant with Israel.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 22:23
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To the Elect Lady by Bob Bruton | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not just talking about our faith, but also living it out in our actions. He refers to the commandment to walk in truth, whi |
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On Eagles' Wings Pt 507 by Don Courville | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding and mastering our will. He quotes missionary Hudson Taylor, who said that God always gives His best to those |
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Heart Purity by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson emphasizes the necessity of heart purity, explaining that true purity is not merely external but must originate from the heart, which is the seat of true religion. He |
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Solemn Covenant (1877) by D.S. Warner | D.S. Warner preaches about the solemn covenant between God and His people, emphasizing the binding agreement where God promises to be merciful, remember sins no more, and be their |
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Free Agency and the Will by R.L. Dabney | R.L. Dabney preaches about the debate on whether man is a free agent, addressing the arguments of Theological Fatalists and Sensualistic Necessitarians. He refutes these views by e |
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Choices by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the significance of our choices, particularly when we have the freedom to choose our actions. He illustrates that a person's true character is revealed not in |
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Before Pilate by C.I. Scofield | C.I. Scofield delves into the profound lessons from the interaction between Jesus and Pilate, highlighting the nature of Christ's kingdom, the importance of truth, and the concept |