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2 Samuel 11:8 · KJV

"And David said to Uriah, Go down to thy house, and wash thy feet. And Uriah departed out of the king's house, and there followed him a mess of meat from the king."

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Passage Context

6And David sent to Joab, saying, Send me Uriah the Hittite. And Joab sent Uriah to David.
7And when Uriah was come unto him, David demanded of him how Joab did, and how the people did, and how the war prospered.
8And David said to Uriah, Go down to thy house, and wash thy feet. And Uriah departed out of the king's house, and there followed him a mess of meat from the king.
9But Uriah slept at the door of the king's house with all the servants of his lord, and went not down to his house.
10And when they had told David, saying, Uriah went not down unto his house, David said unto Uriah, Camest thou not from thy journey? why then didst thou not go down unto thine house?

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Reflection Questions

1

How does this verse speak to the idea of accountability?

2

What does it mean for you to confront your actions?

3

When have you tried to avoid responsibility for your choices?

Life Application

integrity

Reflect on your actions and their implications. Aim to live with integrity in all areas.

relationships

Build trust by being open and honest with those around you.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

UriahOT

A loyal soldier in David's army, whose fate becomes a pivotal point in David's moral decline.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 11:6

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The capital city of Israel and the center of David's kingdom.

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