2 Samuel 14:7 · KJV

"And, behold, the whole family is risen against thine handmaid, and they said, Deliver him that smote his brother, that we may kill him, for the life of his brother whom he slew; and we will destroy the heir also: and so they shall quench my coal which is left, and shall not leave to my husband neither name nor remainder upon the earth."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁵And the king said unto her, What aileth thee? And she answered, I am indeed a widow woman, and mine husband is dead.

⁶And thy handmaid had two sons, and they two strove together in the field, and there was none to part them, but the one smote the other, and slew him.

⁷And, behold, the whole family is risen against thine handmaid, and they said, Deliver him that smote his brother, that we may kill him, for the life of his brother whom he slew; and we will destroy the heir also: and so they shall quench my coal which is left, and shall not leave to my husband neither name nor remainder upon the earth.

⁸And the king said unto the woman, Go to thine house, and I will give charge concerning thee.

⁹And the woman of Tekoah said unto the king, My lord, O king, the iniquity be on me, and on my father's house: and the king and his throne be guiltless.

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Reflection Questions

What does it mean to you to show mercy?

How do you respond to injustice in your community?

When have you felt the weight of family expectations?

Life Application

justice

Advocate for justice in your community by supporting those who are wronged.

mercy

Practice mercy by forgiving those who have wronged you.

People in This Verse

Woman of TekoahOT

A wise woman sent by Joab to persuade King David regarding Absalom, demonstrating intelligence and courage.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 14:2

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