2 Samuel 2:1-3 NIV

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1-7

When Saul and Jonathan were dead, though David knew himself anointed to be king, and now saw his way very clear, yet he did not immediately send messengers through all the coasts of Israel to summon all people to come in and swear allegiance to him, upon pain of death, but proceeded leisurely; for he that believeth doth not make haste, but waits God's time for the accomplishment of God's promises. Many had come in to his assistance from several tribes while he continued at Ziklag, as we find... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1

And it came to pass after this ,.... After David had heard of the death of Saul and Jonathan, and made a lamentation over them, perhaps the next day; since David and his men are only said to mourn, and weep, and fast till even, 2 Samuel 1:10 , that David inquired of the Lord ; of the Word of the Lord, as the Targum, by Abiathar the priest, and through the Urim and Thummim, in the ephod he had put on on this occasion: saying, shall I go up into any of the cities of Judah ? though... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:2

So David went up thither ,.... From Ziklag to Hebron, which was sixteen miles according to Bunting F25 Ut supra, (Travels &c.;) p. 137. . and his two wives also, Ahinoam the Jezreelitess, and Abigail, Nabal's wife, the Carmelite ; who were beloved by him, and who had shared with him in his troubles, and which he took with him to partake of his honour and grandeur, wealth and riches; in which he was now a type of Christ. See Romans 8:17 . read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:3

And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household ,.... 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 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... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Samuel 2:1

David inquired of the Lord - By means of Abiathar the priest; for he did not know whether the different tribes were willing to receive him, though he was fully persuaded that God had appointed him king over Israel. Unto Hebron - The metropolis of the tribe of Judah, one of the richest regions in Judea. The mountains of Hebron were famed for fruits, herbage, and honey; and many parts were well adapted for vines, olives, and different kinds of grain, abounding in springs of... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1

EXPOSITION Unto Hebron. As soon as David had assuaged his grief, his thoughts would naturally turn towards his country. Fuller news would reach him every day respecting the movements of the Philistines, who, after so decisive a victory, would quickly overrun all the central districts of Palestine, where the battle had been fought. And very bitter must David's feelings have been. Had he continued in Israel, he and his six hundred men would now have hastened to the rescue, and all the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1

Inquiring of God. David had now arrived at a very important point in his career. Saul being dead, his way to the throne was cleared; but the next step to take was doubtful. Under these circumstances he adopted the course usual to him when in difficulty. He "inquired of the Lord," sought directions from him as to what he should do. The high priest, Abiathar, was with him with the ephod ( 1 Samuel 30:7 ), and by means of the Urim and Thummim could ascertain for him the Divine will. By this... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1-4

( ZIGLAG , HEBRON ) Divine guidance. "David inquired of the Lord" ( 2 Samuel 2:1 ). A new chapter in the life of David now opens. By the death of Saul and Jonathan the obstacles to his accession were, in part, removed. The time of patient waiting was gone, and the time for decisive action come. As he had not run before he was sent, so he did not expect , without running, to attain. But he would not take a step without the approval and direction of God. His inquiry pertained to... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1-7

The facts are: 1 . David, knowing that time was come for action, and being in doubt as to what movement would further the end in view, seeks guidance of God. 2 . Not only does he obtain sanction to enter Judah, but is even instructed to make Hebron his headquarters. 3 . Entering the district around Hebron with his family and attendants, he is anointed by the men of Judah over the tribe of Judah. 4 . Being informed of the kind and valiant act of the men of Jabesh-Gilead ( 1... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:3

They dwelt in the cities of Hebron. Not only had David wives, whom he took with him to Hebron, but many of his warriors were married, and thus they and their households formed a numerous body of people, for whom Hebron could scarcely find accommodation. Moreover they had flocks and herds captured from the Amalekites, for which they needed pasturage. And therefore David dispersed them in the towns and villages of which Hebron was the capital, posting them in such a manner as to render it easy... read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1-7

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:2

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:3

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Samuel 2:1

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1-4

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1-7

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:3

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