Lux Domini
So every man of Israel went up from after David, and followed Sheba the son of Bichri: but the men of Judah clave unto their king, from Jordan even to Jerusalem.

What does 2 Samuel 20:2 mean?

One trial arises after another for our good, till we reach the place where sin and sorrow are for ever done away.

Key themes

Suffering and trialsJustice and mercyHumilityDavidic covenant

Read with

Keep this verse inside 2 Samuel 20:1-2 and alongside a few nearby related passages.

Glossary

David Person

Beloved, the eighth and youngest son of Jesse, a citizen of Bethlehem. His father seems to have been a man in humble life. His mother’s name is not recorded. Some think she was the Nahash of 2 Sam. 17:25 .

Jerusalem Place

Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Jerusalem.

Jordan Place

Biblical river. Modern identification: Jordan River.