2 Samuel 22:26
2 Samuel 22:26 in Multiple Translations
To the faithful You show Yourself faithful, to the blameless You show Yourself blameless;
With the merciful thou wilt shew thyself merciful, and with the upright man thou wilt shew thyself upright.
With the merciful thou wilt show thyself merciful; With the perfect man thou wilt show thyself perfect;
On him who has mercy you will have mercy; to the upright you will be upright;
You show trust to those who are trusting; you show integrity to those with integrity,
With the godly thou wilt shewe thy selfe godly: with the vpright man thou wilt shew thy selfe vpright.
With the kind Thou shewest Thyself kind, With the perfect man Thou shewest Thyself perfect,
With the merciful you will show yourself merciful. With the perfect man you will show yourself perfect.
With the merciful thou wilt show thyself merciful, and with the upright man thou wilt show thyself upright.
With the holy one thou wilt be holy: and with the valiant perfect.
“Yahweh, you are faithful/loyal to those who always trust in you; you always do what is good to those whose behavior is always good.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 22:26
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2 Samuel 22:26 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עִם
חָסִ֖יד
תִּתְחַסָּ֑ד
עִם
גִּבּ֥וֹר
תָּמִ֖ים
תִּתַּמָּֽם
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
חָסִ֖יד
châçîyd
H2623
pious
Adj
תִּתְחַסָּ֑ד
châçad
H2616
be kind
V-Hithpael-Imperf-2ms
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
גִּבּ֥וֹר
gibbôwr
H1368
mighty man
Adj
תָּמִ֖ים
tâmîym
H8549
unblemished
Adj
תִּתַּמָּֽם
tâmam
H8552
to finish
V-Hithpael-Imperf-2ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 22:26
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
חָסִ֖יד
châçîyd
H2623
"pious"
Adj
A pious person is someone who is kind and faithful to God, like a saint. In the Bible, it describes people who are holy and merciful, such as in Psalms and Proverbs. This concept is important in the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) faithful, kind, godly, holy one, saint, pious 1a) kind 1b) pious, godly 1c) faithful ones (subst)
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: godly (man), good, holy (one), merciful, saint, (un-) godly. See also: Deuteronomy 33:8; Psalms 85:9; Psalms 4:4.
תִּתְחַסָּ֑ד
châçad
H2616
"be kind"
V-Hithpael-Imperf-2ms
This Hebrew word means to show kindness or be ashamed, often used to describe being put to shame or reproved. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament. In the KJV, it is translated as 'shew self merciful' or 'put to shame'.
Definition: 1) to be good, be kind 1a) (Hithpael) to show kindness to oneself
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: shew self merciful, put to shame. See also: 2 Samuel 22:26; Psalms 18:26; Proverbs 25:10.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
גִּבּ֥וֹר
gibbôwr
H1368
"mighty man"
Adj
This word describes a strong or mighty man, like a warrior or champion, as seen in 1 Samuel 17:51 where David defeats Goliath. It can also imply a brave or valiant person.
Definition: adj 1) strong, mighty n m 2) strong man, brave man, mighty man
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: champion, chief, [idiom] excel, giant, man, mighty (man, one), strong (man), valiant man. See also: Genesis 6:4; 2 Chronicles 17:16; Psalms 19:6.
תָּמִ֖ים
tâmîym
H8549
"unblemished"
Adj
This Hebrew word means unblemished or perfect, like an animal without defects. It describes something or someone that is whole and complete, like the sacrifices in Leviticus. It is used to describe integrity and truth.
Definition: : unblemished/perfect 1) complete, whole, entire, sound 1a) complete, whole, entire 1b) whole, sound, healthful 1c) complete, entire (of time) 1d) sound, wholesome, unimpaired, innocent, having integrity 1e) what is complete or entirely in accord with truth and fact (neuter adj/subst)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: without blemish, complete, full, perfect, sincerely (-ity), sound, without spot, undefiled, upright(-ly), whole. See also: Genesis 6:9; Deuteronomy 18:13; Psalms 15:2.
תִּתַּמָּֽם
tâmam
H8552
"to finish"
V-Hithpael-Imperf-2ms
To finish or complete something, either in a good or bad sense, like when God finished creating the world in Genesis. It can also mean to be consumed or destroyed. The KJV Bible uses words like accomplish, cease, or have done to translate it.
Definition: 1) to be complete, be finished, be at an end 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be finished, be completed 1a1a) completely, wholly, entirely (as auxiliary with verb) 1a2) to be finished, come to an end, cease 1a3) to be complete (of number) 1a4) to be consumed, be exhausted, be spent 1a5) to be finished, be consumed, be destroyed 1a6) to be complete, be sound, be unimpaired, be upright (ethically) 1a7) to complete, finish 1a8) to be completely crossed over 1b) (Niphal) to be consumed 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to finish, complete, perfect 1c2) to finish, cease doing, leave off doing 1c3) to complete, sum up, make whole 1c4) to destroy (uncleanness) 1c5) to make sound 1d) (Hithpael) to deal in integrity, act uprightly
Usage: Occurs in 61 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, cease, be clean (pass-) ed, consume, have done, (come to an, have an, make an) end, fail, come to the full, be all gone, [idiom] be all here, be (make) perfect, be spent, sum, be (shew self) upright, be wasted, whole. See also: Genesis 47:15; 2 Kings 22:4; Psalms 9:7.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 22:26
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Context — David’s Song of Deliverance
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.
26To the faithful You show Yourself faithful, to the blameless You show Yourself blameless;
27to the pure You show Yourself pure, but to the crooked You show Yourself shrewd. 28You save an afflicted people, but Your eyes are on the haughty to bring them down.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 5:7 | Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. |
| 2 | James 2:13 | For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment. |
2 Samuel 22:26 Summary
This verse tells us that God is faithful to those who are faithful to Him, and that He is blameless to those who are blameless. This means that when we trust and obey God, He will be reliable and trustworthy in our lives, just like He promises in Jeremiah 29:11. It also reminds us that our actions and attitudes matter, and that God will respond to us in accordance with our faithfulness and blamelessness, as seen in Matthew 5:48. By living a life of faithfulness and blamelessness, we can experience God's faithfulness and love in a deeper way, as encouraged in Psalm 37:3-7.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to show Himself faithful to the faithful?
This means that when we are faithful to God, He will also be faithful to us, keeping His promises and being reliable in our lives, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9 and Hebrews 11:11.
How can we be considered blameless before God?
We can be considered blameless before God by trusting in Jesus Christ and following His teachings, as stated in Romans 3:22-24 and 2 Corinthians 5:21, and by living a life of obedience to God's Word, as encouraged in Psalm 119:1-3.
Is God's faithfulness and blamelessness only for certain people?
No, God's faithfulness and blamelessness are available to all who are faithful and blameless, regardless of their background or circumstances, as demonstrated in Acts 10:34-35 and Revelation 5:9-10.
How does this verse relate to our daily lives?
This verse reminds us that our actions and attitudes have consequences, and that God will respond to us in accordance with our faithfulness and blamelessness, as warned in Galatians 6:7-8 and encouraged in Matthew 5:48.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways can I demonstrate faithfulness to God in my daily life?
- How can I cultivate a blameless heart and life, pleasing to God?
- What are some areas where I struggle with being faithful or blameless, and how can I seek God's help in those areas?
- How does the promise of God's faithfulness and blamelessness encourage and motivate me to live a life of obedience to Him?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 22:26
With the merciful thou wilt show thyself merciful, [and] with the upright man thou wilt show thyself upright. [See comments on Psalms 18:25].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 22:26
With the merciful thou wilt shew thyself merciful, and with the upright man thou wilt shew thyself upright.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 22:26
26–28. The law of God’s dealings with men The truth here enunciated is that God’s attitude towards men is regulated by men’s attitude towards God (cp. 1 Samuel 2:30; 1 Samuel 15:23); not (though this is also true) that men’s conceptions of God are the reflection of their own characters.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Samuel 22:26
26. With the kind thou… kind — The statements of 2 Samuel 22:26-28 are an expansion of the proposition of 2 Samuel 22:25, that God rewards men according to their righteousness.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 22:26
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The Message of 2 Samuel by G. Campbell Morgan | G. Campbell Morgan emphasizes in 'The Message of 2 Samuel' that the opportunities God provides are shaped by man's attitude towards Him, as illustrated through David's life. David' |
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The Gift of Showing Mercy by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the necessity of showing mercy as a command from God, contrasting it with justice, which is getting what one deserves. He explains that true mercy should be |
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Forgiveness by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the central theme of the Bible, which is the cross of Jesus Christ. He specifically highlights Isaiah 53 as a passage that reveals the signi |
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Beatitudes - Part 7 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker recounts a conversation with a woman named Mrs. Crook who shares some distressing news. The speaker emphasizes the importance of obeying God and trustin |
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Beatitudes - Part 9 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of a man who had a difficult life. He was sent by his father to his brothers, but they betrayed him and sold him into slavery. He e |
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When You Pray by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of prayer and the kingdom of God. He begins by sharing a parable from Matthew 18, where Jesus illustrates the concept of forg |
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God Has Prepared a Place for You by Teresa Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jonah in the Bible. He highlights how the preaching of God's word can have a profound impact on people's lives, even those who |