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2 Samuel 15:23 · KJV

"And all the country wept with a loud voice, and all the people passed over: the king also himself passed over the brook Kidron, and all the people passed over, toward the way of the wilderness."

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Passage Context

21And Ittai answered the king, and said, As the LORD liveth, and as my lord the king liveth, surely in what place my lord the king shall be, whether in death or life, even there also will thy servant be.
22And David said to Ittai, Go and pass over. And Ittai the Gittite passed over, and all his men, and all the little ones that were with him.
23And all the country wept with a loud voice, and all the people passed over: the king also himself passed over the brook Kidron, and all the people passed over, toward the way of the wilderness.
24And lo Zadok also, and all the Levites were with him, bearing the ark of the covenant of God: and they set down the ark of God; and Abiathar went up, until all the people had done passing out of the city.
25And the king said unto Zadok, Carry back the ark of God into the city: if I shall find favour in the eyes of the LORD, he will bring me again, and shew me both it, and his habitation:

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it feel like to be supported by others in your struggles?

2

How do you express your emotions during difficult times?

3

When have you witnessed collective grief?

Life Application

grief

Allow yourself to grieve and seek support from others when facing loss.

community

Be present for those who are hurting; your support can make a difference.

Places in This Verse

brook Kidron

A valley located east of Jerusalem, significant in biblical events, often symbolizing separation and mourning.

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