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2 Samuel 1:18 ยท KJV

"(Also he bade them teach the children of Judah the use of the bow: behold, it is written in the book of Jasher.)"

King James Version

What does 2 Samuel 1:18 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

16And David said unto him, Thy blood be upon thy head; for thy mouth hath testified against thee, saying, I have slain the LORD'S anointed.
17And David lamented with this lamentation over Saul and over Jonathan his son:
18(Also he bade them teach the children of Judah the use of the bow: behold, it is written in the book of Jasher.)
19The beauty of Israel is slain upon thy high places: how are the mighty fallen!
20Tell it not in Gath, publish it not in the streets of Askelon; lest the daughters of the Philistines rejoice, lest the daughters of the uncircumcised triumph.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you prioritize teaching important skills to others?

2

What lessons have you learned that you wish to pass on?

3

When have you felt the importance of preserving history?

Life Application

education

Take time to teach others valuable skills that can help them in life.

legacy

Consider how your actions today will impact future generations.

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