2 Samuel 12:25 Meaning
And he sent by the hand of Nathan the prophet; and he called his name Jedidiah, because of the LORD.
Context Explained
23But now he is dead, wherefore should I fast? can I bring him back again? I shall go to him, but he shall not return to me.
24And David comforted Bath-sheba his wife, and went in unto her, and lay with her: and she bare a son, and he called his name Solomon: and the LORD loved him.
25And he sent by the hand of Nathan the prophet; and he called his name Jedidiah, because of the LORD.
26And Joab fought against Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and took the royal city.
27And Joab sent messengers to David, and said, I have fought against Rabbah, and have taken the city of waters.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Isaiah 43:4
God's declaration of His people as precious and honored reflects the significance of the name Jedidiah.
Romans 8:17
Believers are called children of God, similar to the special identity given to Jedidiah.
Source: 2 Samuel 12:25