What does 2 Samuel 23:1 mean?

2 Samuel 23:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply 2 Samuel 23:1 today?

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2 Samuel 23:1 Meaning

Now these be the last words of David. David the son of Jesse said, and the man who was raised up on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, and the sweet psalmist of Israel, said,

Context Explained

1Now these be the last words of David. David the son of Jesse said, and the man who was raised up on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, and the sweet psalmist of Israel, said,

2The Spirit of the LORD spake by me, and his word was in my tongue.

3The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spake to me, He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God.

Key Themes

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Source: 2 Samuel 23:1