New International Version So King David had him brought from Lo Debar, from the house of Makir son of Ammiel. New Living Translation So David sent for him and brought him from Makir’s home. English Standard Version Then King David sent and brought him from the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, at Lo-debar. Berean Standard Bible So King David had him brought from the house of Machir son of Ammiel in Lo-debar. Berean Literal Bible And King David sent and brought him out of the house of Machir son of Ammiel in Lo-debar. King James Bible Then king David sent, and fetched him out of the house of Machir, the son of Ammiel, from Lodebar. New King James Version Then King David sent and brought him out of the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo Debar. New American Standard Bible Then King David sent messengers who brought him from the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar. NASB 1995 Then King David sent and brought him from the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar. NASB 1977 Then King David sent and brought him from the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar. Legacy Standard Bible Then King David sent and took him from the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar. Amplified Bible Then King David sent word and had him brought from the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar. Berean Annotated Bible So King David (beloved) had him brought from the house of Machir (sold) son of Ammiel (my kinsman is God) in Lo-debar (nothing). Christian Standard Bible So King David had him brought from the house of Machir son of Ammiel in Lo-debar. Holman Christian Standard Bible So King David had him brought from the house of Machir son of Ammiel in Lo-debar. American Standard Version Then king David sent, and fetched him out of the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar. English Revised Version Then king David sent, and fetched him out of the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar. GOD'S WORD® Translation So King David sent men to get him from the home of Ammiel's son Machir in Lo Debar. Good News Translation So King David sent for him. International Standard Version At this, King David sent for him and brought him from the home of Ammiel's son Makir in Lo-debar. NET Bible So King David had him brought from the house of Makir son of Ammiel in Lo Debar. New Heart English Bible Then the king sent, and fetched him out of the house of Makir the son of Ammiel, from Lo Debar. Webster's Bible Translation Then king David sent, and brought him from the house of Machir, the son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo King David had him brought from the house of Machir son of Ammiel in Lo-debar. World English Bible Then King David sent and brought him out of the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo Debar. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd King David sends, and takes him out of the house of Machir son of Ammiel, of Behold-Debar, Berean Literal Bible And King David sent and brought him out of the house of Machir son of Ammiel in Lo-debar. Young's Literal Translation And king David sendeth, and taketh him out of the house of Machir son of Ammiel, of Lo-Debar, Smith's Literal Translation And king David will send and take him from the house of Machir, son of Ammiel, from Lo-Debar. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThen king David sent, and brought him out of the house of Machir the son of Ammiel of Lodabar. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, king David sent and brought him from the house of Machir, the son of Ammiel, from Lodebar. New American Bible So King David sent for him and had him brought from the house of Machir, son of Ammiel, from Lodebar. New Revised Standard Version Then King David sent and brought him from the house of Machir son of Ammiel, at Lo-debar. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen King David sent and took him from the house of Machir, the son of Gammir, from Lo-debar. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the King sent and took him from Makir, son of Gemil, from Ludbar OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then king David sent, and fetched him out of the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo-debar. Brenton Septuagint Translation And king David went, and took him out of the house of Machir the son Amiel of Lodabar. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context David and Mephibosheth…4“Where is he?” replied the king. And Ziba said, “Indeed, he is in Lo-debar at the house of Machir son of Ammiel.” 5 So King David had him brought from the house of Machir son of Ammiel in Lo-debar. 6And when Mephibosheth son of Jonathan, the son of Saul, came to David, he fell facedown in reverence. Then David said, “Mephibosheth!” “I am your servant,” he replied.… Cross References So King David had him brought 2 Samuel 14:21 Then the king said to Joab, “I hereby grant this request. Go, bring back the young man Absalom.” 1 Kings 1:53 So King Solomon summoned Adonijah down from the altar, and he came and bowed down before King Solomon, who said to him, “Go to your home.” 1 Kings 2:36 Then the king summoned Shimei and said to him, “Build a house for yourself in Jerusalem and live there, but do not go anywhere else. from the house of Machir son of Ammiel 2 Samuel 17:27 When David came to Mahanaim, he was met by Shobi son of Nahash from Rabbah of the Ammonites, Machir son of Ammiel from Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim. 2 Samuel 17:28 They brought beds, basins, and earthen vessels, as well as wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils, 2 Samuel 17:29 honey, curds, sheep, and cheese from the herd for David and his people to eat. For they said, “The people have become hungry, exhausted, and thirsty in the wilderness.” in Lo-debar. 2 Samuel 21:7 Now the king spared Mephibosheth son of Jonathan, the son of Saul, because of the oath before the LORD between David and Jonathan son of Saul. 2 Samuel 4:4 And Jonathan son of Saul had a son who was lame in his feet. He was five years old when the report about Saul and Jonathan came from Jezreel. His nurse picked him up and fled, but as she was hurrying to escape, he fell and became lame. His name was Mephibosheth. 2 Samuel 19:24 Then Mephibosheth, Saul’s grandson, went down to meet the king. He had not cared for his feet or trimmed his mustache or washed his clothes from the day the king had left until the day he returned safely. 1 Samuel 20:14-17 And as long as I live, treat me with the LORD’s loving devotion, that I may not die, / and do not ever cut off your loving devotion from my household—not even when the LORD cuts off every one of David’s enemies from the face of the earth.” / So Jonathan made a covenant with the house of David, saying, “May the LORD hold David’s enemies accountable.” … 1 Samuel 18:3 Then Jonathan made a covenant with David because he loved him as himself. 1 Samuel 20:42 And Jonathan said to David, “Go in peace, for the two of us have sworn in the name of the LORD, saying, ‘May the LORD be a witness between you and me, and between your descendants and mine forever.’” Then David got up and departed, and Jonathan went back into the city. 1 Samuel 23:16-18 And Saul’s son Jonathan came to David in Horesh and strengthened his hand in God, / saying, “Do not be afraid, for my father Saul will never lay a hand on you. And you will be king over Israel, and I will be your second-in-command. Even my father Saul knows this is true.” / So the two of them made a covenant before the LORD. And David remained in Horesh, while Jonathan went home. 1 Kings 2:7 But show loving devotion to the sons of Barzillai the Gileadite, and let them be among those who eat at your table, because they stood by me when I fled from your brother Absalom. Genesis 19:29 So when God destroyed the cities of the plain, He remembered Abraham, and He brought Lot out of the catastrophe that destroyed the cities where he had lived. Genesis 40:14-15 But when it goes well for you, please remember me and show me kindness by mentioning me to Pharaoh, that he might bring me out of this prison. / For I was kidnapped from the land of the Hebrews, and even here I have done nothing for which they should have put me in this dungeon.” Treasury of Scripture Then king David sent, and fetched him out of the house of Machir, the son of Ammiel, from Lodebar. Jump to Previous Ammiel Am'miel David Debar Fetched House Lodebar Machir MakirJump to Next Ammiel Am'miel David Debar Fetched House Lodebar Machir Makir2 Samuel 9 1. David by Ziba sends for Mephibosheth7. For Jonathan's sake he restores to him all that was Saul's 9. He makes Ziba his farmer So King David had him brought David acted on his covenant promise to Jonathan by seeking out and showing kindness to Jonathan’s surviving son. His royal authority was used to restore rather than to remove a member of Saul’s house, displaying faithful mercy toward one who could make no claim on the throne. 2Sa 14:21 Then the king said to Joab, “I hereby grant this request.… from the house of Machir son of Ammiel Mephibosheth had found protection in the household of Machir, a man able to provide for him in Gilead. His dependence on another household highlights his vulnerable position apart from the royal court. 2Sa 17:27 When David came to Mahanaim, he was met by Shobi… in Lo-debar. Living in Lo-debar (“no pasture” or “no word”) east of the Jordan placed Mephibosheth far from Jerusalem and the privileges once associated with Saul’s family. David’s summons brought him from obscurity into the king’s presence and prepared the way for his restoration. 2Sa 21:7 Now the king spared Mephibosheth son of Jonathan… Persons / Places / Events 1. King DavidThe second king of Israel, known for his heart for God and his leadership. In this context, he is showing kindness to the house of Saul for Jonathan's sake. 2. Mephibosheth The son of Jonathan, grandson of Saul, who is lame in both feet. He is the recipient of David's kindness. 3. Machir son of Ammiel A man from Lo-debar who is providing refuge to Mephibosheth. His house is where Mephibosheth is staying. 4. Lo-debar A place of no pasture, often associated with barrenness or desolation. It is where Mephibosheth is living before being brought to David. 5. Jonathan The son of King Saul and a close friend of David. His covenant with David is the reason for David's kindness to Mephibosheth. Teaching Points Covenant FaithfulnessDavid's actions demonstrate the importance of keeping promises and honoring covenants, reflecting God's faithfulness to His promises. Grace and Kindness David's kindness to Mephibosheth is an example of grace, showing love and mercy to those who cannot repay us. Redemption from Desolation Mephibosheth's move from Lo-debar to the king's palace symbolizes redemption and restoration, akin to our spiritual journey from sin to salvation. Hospitality and Inclusion David's invitation to Mephibosheth to eat at his table is a powerful image of inclusion and acceptance, encouraging us to welcome and care for those marginalized in society. God's Sovereignty The account illustrates how God orchestrates events and relationships for His purposes, often beyond our understanding. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 9:5?2. How does David's kindness in 2 Samuel 9:5 reflect God's grace to us? 3. What can we learn about loyalty from David's actions in 2 Samuel 9:5? 4. How does 2 Samuel 9:5 connect to Jesus' teachings on loving others? 5. How can we implement David's example of mercy in our daily lives? 6. What does 2 Samuel 9:5 teach us about honoring commitments and promises? 7. Why did King David show kindness to Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel 9:5? 8. How does 2 Samuel 9:5 reflect God's grace and mercy? 9. What is the significance of Mephibosheth's disability in 2 Samuel 9:5? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 9? 2 Samuel 9:5 records a deliberate, covenant-keeping king who reaches across distance and disadvantage to restore a forgotten heir. Each phrase reveals purposeful grace: David remembers promise, pursues the powerless, honors quiet caregivers, and lifts a man from barren Lo-debar into abundant fellowship at the royal table. The verse embodies the steadfast love that characterizes God’s own dealings with His people and points forward to the greater redemption secured in Christ. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So Kingהַמֶּ֣לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king David דָּוִ֑ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse had him brought וַיִּקָּחֵ֗הוּ (way·yiq·qā·ḥê·hū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take from the house מִבֵּ֛ית (mib·bêṯ) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of Machir מָכִ֥יר (mā·ḵîr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4353: Machir -- two Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Ammiel עַמִּיאֵ֖ל (‘am·mî·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5988: Ammiel -- 'my kinsman is God', four Israelites in Lo-debar. דְבָֽר׃ (ḏə·ḇār) Preposition | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3810: Lo-debar -- 'pastureless', a place in Gilead Additonal Resources 2 Samuel 9:5 Blue Letter Bible2 Samuel 9:5 Bible Gateway 2 Samuel 9:5 Bible.com 2 Samuel 9:5 NIV |
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