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2 Samuel 2:3

Old Testament Historical ASV (1901)

What does 2 Samuel 2:3 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron.
2 Samuel 2:3 — American Standard Version

Context — 2 Samuel 2

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
1And it came to pass after this, that David inquired of Jehovah, saying, Shall I go up into any of the cities of Judah? And Jehovah said unto him, Go up. And David said, Whither shall I go up? And he said, Unto Hebron.
2So David went up thither, and his two wives also, Ahinoam the Jezreelitess, and Abigail the wife of Nabal the Carmelite.
3And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron.
4And the men of Judah came, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. And they told David, saying, The men of Jabesh-gilead were they that buried Saul.
5And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabesh-gilead, and said unto them, Blessed be ye of Jehovah, that ye have showed this kindness unto your lord, even unto Saul, and have buried him.
6And now Jehovah show lovingkindness and truth unto you: and I also will requite you this kindness, because ye have done this thing.
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What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household, etc.] They and their families, and no doubt provided well for them when he was settled on the throne, who had shown themselves to be his faithful friends, closely attached to his interest, and had run the risk of their all on his account. (see <401928>Matthew 19:28). And they dwelt in the cities of Hebron; in the towns and villages about it; for that itself being a city of refuge, and inhabited by priests, there was not room enough for all David’s men, who were now increasing, persons from various tribes flocking to him. (see <131201>1 Chronicles 12:1-40).”
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Wesley's Explanatory Notes
John Wesley (1703–1791) · Explanatory Notes upon the New Testament and Old Testament notes · 18th-century historical commentary
“Dwelt in - That is, the cities or towns belonging to Hebron, which was the Metropolis. For in Hebron itself there was not space for them all, because it was filled with priests, and with David's court. 2 Kings (2 Samuel) 2:4”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“his men: Sa1 22:2, Sa1 27:2, Sa1 27:3, Sa1 30:1, Sa1 30:9, Sa1 30:10; Ch1 12:1-7 the cities: Jos 21:11, Jos 21:12 2 Kings (2 Samuel) 2:4”
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