2 Samuel 5:13

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

وَانتَقَلَ داوُدُ مِنْ حَبْرُونَ إلَى مَدينَةِ القُدْسِ حَيْثُ اتَّخَذَ لِنَفْسِهِ مَزِيداً مِنِ الجَوارِي وَالزَّوجاتِ. فرُزِقَ بمزيدٍ مِنَ الأولادِ وَالبَناتِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse talks about David, the king of Israel, taking more wives and concubines after he moved from Hebron to Jerusalem. It also mentions that he had more children as a result. The verse is straightforward and tells us about David's family life.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you had a big family with many brothers and sisters. This verse is like saying David, who was a king, had many wives and because of that, he had lots of children. It's like having many aunts and uncles and cousins, but in his case, it was more about being a king and having a big family.

Historical Background

2 Samuel was written by various authors, possibly including Nathan the prophet and Jeremiah. It was written around 850-800 BC, reflecting the period of the United Kingdom of Israel. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural setting was one where polygamy was not uncommon among the ruling class.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can remind us about the consequences of our choices, even if they are not the best choices. David's decisions led to a complex family dynamic, which can be seen as a cautionary tale about the importance of prioritizing quality over quantity in relationships.

Topics

• kingship
• family
• polygamy
• consequences
• David's life
• Old Testament

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 11:3
• 1 Samuel 18:27
• Genesis 16:1
• Matthew 19:9
• 1 Corinthians 7:2

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did David take more wives and concubines?

David took more wives and concubines partly due to cultural norms of the time and possibly as a way to solidify his political power and alliances.

Does this verse indicate anything about David's character?

This verse suggests that David was influenced by the cultural norms of his time, which included polygamy among kings, but it also hints at the complexity of his personal life.

What can we learn from David's family life?

We can learn about the complexities and consequences of family life, especially when decisions are made under the pressures of cultural expectations and personal desires.

How does this verse relate to modern-day family structures?

While polygamy is not common today, the verse can remind us about the importance of healthy family dynamics and the impact of our choices on family life.