2 Samuel 5:7
2 Samuel 5:7 in Multiple Translations
Nevertheless, David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David).
Nevertheless David took the strong hold of Zion: the same is the city of David.
Nevertheless David took the stronghold of Zion; the same is the city of David.
But David took the strong place of Zion, which is the town of David.
But David did capture the fortress of Zion, now known as the City of David.
But Dauid tooke the fort of Zion: this is the citie of Dauid.
And David captureth the fortress of Zion, it [is] the city of David.
Nevertheless David took the stronghold of Zion. This is David’s city.
Nevertheless, David took the strong hold of Zion: the same is the city of David.
But David took the castle of Sion, the same is the city of David.
But David’s army captured the fortress on Zion Hill, and later it was known as David’s City.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Samuel 5:7
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2 Samuel 5:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּלְכֹּ֣ד
דָּוִ֔ד
אֵ֖ת
מְצֻדַ֣ת
צִיּ֑וֹן
הִ֖יא
עִ֥יר
דָּוִֽד
וַ/יִּלְכֹּ֣ד
lâkad
H3920
to capture
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דָּוִ֔ד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
מְצֻדַ֣ת
mâtsûwd
H4686
net
N-cs
צִיּ֑וֹן
Tsîyôwn
H6726
Zion
N-proper
הִ֖יא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
עִ֥יר
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
N-fs
דָּוִֽד
Dâvid
H1732
David
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Samuel 5:7
וַ/יִּלְכֹּ֣ד
lâkad
H3920
"to capture"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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.
דָּוִ֔ד
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.
אֵ֖ת
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.
מְצֻדַ֣ת
mâtsûwd
H4686
"net"
N-cs
Matsud is a fortress or strong hold, like a castle or net, used for protection and capture, as mentioned in Psalm 31:4. It is a place of safety and security.
Definition: 1) net, prey, net prey 1a) net 1b) prey
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: castle, defense, fort(-ress), (strong) hold, be hunted, net, snare, strong place. See also: 1 Samuel 22:4; Job 39:28; Psalms 18:3.
צִיּ֑וֹן
Tsîyôwn
H6726
"Zion"
N-proper
Zion refers to a mountain in Jerusalem, often used as another name for the city, especially in prophetic books like Isaiah and Jeremiah.
Definition: Zion = "parched place" another name for Jerusalem especially in the prophetic books Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: Zion. See also: 2 Samuel 5:7; Isaiah 49:14; Psalms 2:6.
הִ֖יא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
עִ֥יר
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
דָּוִֽד
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.
Study Notes — 2 Samuel 5:7
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- 2 Samuel 5:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 5:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 5:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:7
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:7
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 5:7
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 5:7
- Sermons on 2 Samuel 5:7
Context — David Conquers Jerusalem
5In Hebron he reigned over Judah seven years and six months, and in Jerusalem he reigned thirty-three years over all Israel and Judah.
6Now the king and his men marched to Jerusalem against the Jebusites who inhabited the land. The Jebusites said to David: “You will never get in here. Even the blind and lame can repel you.” For they thought, “David cannot get in here.”
7Nevertheless, David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David).
8On that day he said, “Whoever attacks the Jebusites must use the water shaft to reach the lame and blind who are despised by David. ” That is why it is said, “The blind and the lame will never enter the palace.” 9So David took up residence in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built it up all the way around, from the supporting terraces inward.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 2:10 | Then David rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 6:16 | As the ark of the LORD was entering the City of David, Saul’s daughter Michal looked down from a window and saw King David leaping and dancing before the LORD, and she despised him in her heart. |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 6:12 | Now it was reported to King David, “The LORD has blessed the house of Obed-edom and all that belongs to him, because of the ark of God.” So David went and had the ark of God brought up from the house of Obed-edom into the City of David with rejoicing. |
| 4 | Psalms 51:18 | In Your good pleasure, cause Zion to prosper; build up the walls of Jerusalem. |
| 5 | Micah 4:2 | And many nations will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways, so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. |
| 6 | Psalms 9:11 | Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion; proclaim His deeds among the nations. |
| 7 | Isaiah 12:6 | Cry out and sing, O citizen of Zion, for great among you is the Holy One of Israel.” |
| 8 | Psalms 48:12 | March around Zion, encircle her, count her towers, |
| 9 | Hebrews 12:22 | Instead, you have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem. You have come to myriads of angels |
| 10 | Romans 9:33 | as it is written: “See, I lay in Zion a stone of stumbling and a rock of offense; and the one who believes in Him will never be put to shame.” |
2 Samuel 5:7 Summary
In 2 Samuel 5:7, David captured the fortress of Zion, which was a big deal because it was a strong and important place. This shows that God was with David and helped him to be successful, just like He promised in 1 Samuel 16:13. We can learn from David's example to trust in God and His power, just like it says in Psalm 20:7, and to remember that God is always with us and wants to help us succeed. By trusting in God, we can overcome any challenge, just like David did when he captured the fortress of Zion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the fortress of Zion in 2 Samuel 5:7?
The fortress of Zion, also known as the City of David, was a strategic location that David captured, marking the beginning of his reign over all Israel and Judah, as seen in 2 Samuel 5:5 and 2 Samuel 5:9.
Who were the Jebusites and why were they inhabiting the land?
The Jebusites were a Canaanite tribe that inhabited the land of Jerusalem, and they were one of the groups that God had commanded the Israelites to drive out, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:1-2 and Joshua 3:10.
How did David's capture of the fortress relate to God's promise to him?
David's capture of the fortress of Zion was a fulfillment of God's promise to him, as seen in 1 Samuel 16:13, where God anointed David as king over Israel, and in 2 Samuel 3:10, where God promised to transfer the kingdom from Saul to David.
What can we learn from David's trust in God during this battle?
We can learn from David's trust in God, as seen in Psalm 20:7, where David trusted in the name of the Lord, and in Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are encouraged to trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on our own understanding.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust God for victory, just like David did in 2 Samuel 5:7?
- How can I apply the principle of trusting in God's power and promise, as seen in this verse, to my own life and circumstances?
- What are some 'strongholds' in my life that I need to surrender to God, just like David surrendered the fortress of Zion to God's plan?
- In what ways can I, like David, give God the glory for my successes and trust in His sovereignty over all things?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Samuel 5:7
Nevertheless, David took the strong hold of Zion,.... A fortress without the city, and separate from it, and which was very strong; and the taking it might facilitate the taking of the city, which
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Samuel 5:7
Nevertheless David took the strong hold of Zion: the same is the city of David. Nevertheless David took the strong hold of Zion , [ mªtsudat (H4686) Tsiyown (H6726)] - the citadel of the dry or sunny mount.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:7
The strong hold of Zion; either, 1. A very strong fort which fitly had built upon Mount Zion; which being taken, the city quickly yielded. Or, 2. The city of Zion, which was very strongly fortified.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:7
2 Samuel 5:7 Nevertheless David took the strong hold of Zion: the same [is] the city of David.Ver. 7. Nevertheless David took the stronghold of Zion.] And the rather for their carnal confidence which God had rejected, and David soon after confuted; wherein also he became a lively type of Christ, perfectly triumphing over all our enemies, and treading Satan under our feet.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Samuel 5:7
7. Nevertheless] Heb. simply, And.the strong hold of Zion] See Additional Note VI. p. 239.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 5:7
The stronghold of Zion - Or castle 1 Chronicles 11:5, 1 Chronicles 11:7. The ancient Zion was the hill on which the temple stood, and the castle seems to have been immediately to the north of the temple.
Sermons on 2 Samuel 5:7
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When Jesus Is Enthroned by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing the potential for a life of victory in the next 35 minutes. He encourages the audience to listen to God's serva |
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The King Gives Victory by Theodore Epp | Theodore Epp emphasizes that just as David conquered the seemingly impregnable fortress of the Jebusites, we too can overcome deeply entrenched habits of sin through the strength o |
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Fear and Joy in the Presence of God by Erlo Stegen | Erlo Stegen emphasizes the duality of fear and joy in the presence of God, using the story of David and Michal to illustrate the importance of God's presence in our lives. He highl |
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Ark of the Covenant - Part 4 by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking the truth of God's word rather than being entertained by inspirational talks. He criticizes the tendency of Christ |
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(The Ark of the Covenant) 5. Entering Jerusalem by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the speaker discusses how often Christians rely on worldly methods and strategies to promote their faith and achieve success. He emphasizes that these methods are o |
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The Spirit of Nehemiah by Denny Kenaston | Denny Kenaston preaches on the story of Nehemiah, highlighting the importance of prayer, courage, and sacrifice in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem as a testimony of God's strengt |
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Dvd 03 - Israel, the Suffering Servant by Art Katz | This sermon delves deep into the significance of Jesus' crucifixion, highlighting the parallel between the suffering of Jesus and the future suffering of the Jewish people. It emph |