2 Samuel 23:25

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

Schamma, de Harod. Elika, de Harod.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from 2 Samuel lists two individuals, Shammah and Elika, who are both Harodites. It simply provides names without additional context or message.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're listing your friends for a game. This verse is like that, it lists two friends named Shammah and Elika who are from a place called Harod.

Historical Background

2 Samuel was written by various authors, likely including the prophet Nathan and others, around the 10th century BCE. The list of names in this verse likely comes from the court of King David and is part of a larger list of his warriors.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse reminds us of the importance of recognizing and remembering names and the roles of individuals in our communities. Just like these names were important to David, we should value the contributions of our community members.

Topics

• names
• heroes
• community
• leadership
• identity
• memory

Related Verses

• 1 Samuel 23:13
• 2 Samuel 23:11
• 1 Chronicles 11:26
• 1 Chronicles 12:3
• 1 Kings 1:38

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are Shammah and Elika listed together?

They are listed together because they were both from Harod and likely served in King David's army as warriors.

What does 'Harodite' mean in this context?

'Harodite' refers to someone from Harod, a place in ancient Israel, indicating the geographical origin of these individuals.

How does this list of names in 2 Samuel relate to its historical context?

The list of names helps us understand the composition of King David's army and the diverse origins of his warriors.

Can we find more information about Shammah and Elika in other parts of the Bible?

The Bible provides more details about some of David's warriors, but specific information about Shammah and Elika is limited to their inclusion in this list.