Lux Domini
Then David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus: and the Syrians became servants to David, and brought gifts. And the LORD preserved David whithersoever he went.

Key themes

Justice and mercyDavidic covenantSin and judgmentMercy

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 .

Damascus Place

Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Damascus.

Aram Place

Biblical region. Modern identification: Damascus.