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2 Samuel 19:38 ยท KJV

"And the king answered, Chimham shall go over with me, and I will do to him that which shall seem good unto thee: and whatsoever thou shalt require of me, that will I do for thee."

King James Version

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Passage Context

36Thy servant will go a little way over Jordan with the king: and why should the king recompense it me with such a reward?
37Let thy servant, I pray thee, turn back again, that I may die in mine own city, and be buried by the grave of my father and of my mother. But behold thy servant Chimham; let him go over with my lord the king; and do to him what shall seem good unto thee.
38And the king answered, Chimham shall go over with me, and I will do to him that which shall seem good unto thee: and whatsoever thou shalt require of me, that will I do for thee.
39And all the people went over Jordan. And when the king was come over, the king kissed Barzillai, and blessed him; and he returned unto his own place.
40Then the king went on to Gilgal, and Chimham went on with him: and all the people of Judah conducted the king, and also half the people of Israel.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you express gratitude to those who help you?

2

What does it mean to you to honor someone's request?

3

When have you felt appreciated for your contributions?

Life Application

gratitude

Think about how you can express gratitude to those who have supported you.

honor

Consider ways to honor the requests of those who have been loyal to you.

People in This Verse

ChimhamOT

Chimham was the son of Barzillai and is noted for accompanying King David, representing loyalty and the continuation of familial support.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 19:37

King DavidOT

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and complex family dynamics.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:13

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