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2 Samuel 19:6 · KJV

"In that thou lovest thine enemies, and hatest thy friends. For thou hast declared this day, that thou regardest neither princes nor servants: for this day I perceive, that if Absalom had lived, and all we had died this day, then it had pleased thee well."

King James Version

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Passage Context

4But the king covered his face, and the king cried with a loud voice, O my son Absalom, O Absalom, my son, my son!
5And Joab came into the house to the king, and said, Thou hast shamed this day the faces of all thy servants, which this day have saved thy life, and the lives of thy sons and of thy daughters, and the lives of thy wives, and the lives of thy concubines;
6In that thou lovest thine enemies, and hatest thy friends. For thou hast declared this day, that thou regardest neither princes nor servants: for this day I perceive, that if Absalom had lived, and all we had died this day, then it had pleased thee well.
7Now therefore arise, go forth, and speak comfortably unto thy servants: for I swear by the LORD, if thou go not forth, there will not tarry one with thee this night: and that will be worse unto thee than all the evil that befell thee from thy youth until now.
8Then the king arose, and sat in the gate. And they told unto all the people, saying, Behold, the king doth sit in the gate. And all the people came before the king: for Israel had fled every man to his tent.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you handle feelings of love for those who hurt you?

2

What does it mean for you to prioritize relationships amidst conflict?

3

When have you felt torn between loyalty and personal feelings?

Life Application

relationships

Reflect on how you can love those who have wronged you while maintaining healthy boundaries.

faith

Pray for the strength to forgive and love even when it’s difficult.

People in This Verse

AbsalomOT

Absalom is the third son of King David, known for his beauty and ambition. His actions are driven by a desire for justice and revenge for his sister Tamar.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 3:3

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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