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2 Samuel 3:13 · KJV

"And he said, Well; I will make a league with thee: but one thing I require of thee, that is, Thou shalt not see my face, except thou first bring Michal Saul's daughter, when thou comest to see my face."

King James Version

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Passage Context

11And he could not answer Abner a word again, because he feared him.
12And Abner sent messengers to David on his behalf, saying, Whose is the land? saying also, Make thy league with me, and, behold, my hand shall be with thee, to bring about all Israel unto thee.
13And he said, Well; I will make a league with thee: but one thing I require of thee, that is, Thou shalt not see my face, except thou first bring Michal Saul's daughter, when thou comest to see my face.
14And David sent messengers to Ish-bosheth Saul's son, saying, Deliver me my wife Michal, which I espoused to me for an hundred foreskins of the Philistines.
15And Ish-bosheth sent, and took her from her husband, even from Phaltiel the son of Laish.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you handle difficult negotiations in your life?

2

What does loyalty mean to you in relationships?

3

When have you had to make a difficult request of someone?

Life Application

relationships

Consider how you can strengthen your relationships through open communication and trust.

faith

Reflect on how your faith influences your decisions in negotiations or conflicts.

People in This Verse

AbnerOT

Abner was the commander of Saul's army and a key figure in the conflict against David. His tactical mind and experience made him a formidable opponent.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 14:50

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

MichalOT

Saul's daughter and David's first wife, whose relationship with David symbolizes both love and political alliance.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 18:20

Places in This Verse

Hebron(Hebron, West Bank today)

An ancient city in the southern West Bank, significant in biblical history as the site of David's reign over Judah.

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