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2 Samuel 15:16 Β· KJV

"And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house."

King James Version

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Passage Context

14And David said unto all his servants that were with him at Jerusalem, Arise, and let us flee; for we shall not else escape from Absalom: make speed to depart, lest he overtake us suddenly, and bring evil upon us, and smite the city with the edge of the sword.
15And the king's servants said unto the king, Behold, thy servants are ready to do whatsoever my lord the king shall appoint.
16And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house.
17And the king went forth, and all the people after him, and tarried in a place that was far off.
18And all his servants passed on beside him; and all the Cherethites, and all the Pelethites, and all the Gittites, six hundred men which came after him from Gath, passed on before the king.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to leave something behind?

2

How do you cope with loss or abandonment?

3

When have you had to make sacrifices for the greater good?

Life Application

sacrifice

Recognize that sometimes sacrifices are necessary for the well-being of others.

letting go

Practice letting go of what you cannot control, focusing instead on what you can influence.

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

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