They brought beds, basins, and earthen vessels, as well as wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils, broughtThe Hebrew root for "brought" is "בּוֹא" (bo), which means to come or to bring. This action signifies a deliberate and purposeful act of provision and support. In the context of David's flight from Absalom, this act of bringing supplies is a demonstration of loyalty and care from those who supported David. It reflects the biblical principle of community and the importance of supporting one another in times of need. beds
The term "beds" here refers to sleeping mats or bedding, which were essential for rest and recovery. In the ancient Near Eastern context, providing a bed was a gesture of hospitality and care. It underscores the importance of physical rest and the provision of comfort during times of distress, aligning with the biblical theme of God providing rest for His people. basins
The Hebrew word for "basins" is "סַף" (saf), which can refer to a bowl or a container used for washing or holding liquids. Basins were crucial for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, especially in a camp setting. This provision highlights the practical needs of David and his men, reminding us of the importance of cleanliness and order in our lives, both physically and spiritually. pottery
Pottery in ancient times was a common household item used for storage and cooking. The mention of pottery indicates the provision of essential tools for daily living. It symbolizes the practical and mundane aspects of life that are necessary for survival, reminding us that God cares for even the smallest details of our lives. wheat
Wheat was a staple grain in the ancient diet, representing sustenance and life. The provision of wheat signifies the basic need for nourishment and God's provision of daily bread. It echoes the biblical theme of God as the provider of all our needs, both physical and spiritual. barley
Barley, often considered a food for the poor, was another staple grain. Its inclusion here highlights the abundance and variety of God's provision. Barley was also used in offerings, symbolizing dedication and thanksgiving to God. This reminds us of the importance of gratitude and recognizing God's hand in our provision. flour
Flour, made from ground wheat or barley, was used to make bread, a fundamental part of the diet. The mention of flour emphasizes the preparation and readiness to meet the needs of the people. It serves as a metaphor for spiritual nourishment, pointing to the Word of God as the bread of life. roasted grain
Roasted grain was a convenient and nutritious food, often eaten by travelers. It represents sustenance that is ready to eat, highlighting the immediacy of God's provision. This provision reflects the biblical assurance that God meets our needs in the moment, providing strength and sustenance for our journey. beans
Beans were a source of protein and nutrition, essential for maintaining strength and health. The inclusion of beans in the list of provisions underscores the completeness and balance of God's provision. It serves as a reminder of the diversity of God's creation and His care for our physical well-being. lentils
Lentils, like beans, were a valuable source of nutrition. They were often used in stews and soups, providing warmth and sustenance. The mention of lentils highlights the importance of community meals and fellowship, reflecting the biblical theme of sharing and hospitality. It reminds us of the spiritual nourishment found in fellowship with others and with God. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe anointed king of Israel, currently in a time of distress and fleeing from his son Absalom, who has usurped the throne. 2. AbsalomDavid's son, who has rebelled against his father and declared himself king, causing David to flee Jerusalem. 3. MahanaimA city in the territory of Gilead, east of the Jordan River, where David sought refuge during Absalom's rebellion. 4. Shobi, Machir, and BarzillaiSupporters of David who provided for him and his people during their time of need. Their actions demonstrate loyalty and generosity. 5. Provision of SuppliesThe act of bringing essential supplies to David and his people, which included bedding, bowls, and various foodstuffs, highlighting the practical support given to David. Teaching Points God's Provision in Times of NeedJust as God provided for David through the generosity of others, He will provide for us in our times of need. Trust in His provision and be open to receiving help from others. The Importance of Community SupportThe support David received highlights the importance of community and fellowship. We are called to support one another, especially in times of distress. Generosity as a Reflection of FaithThe actions of Shobi, Machir, and Barzillai demonstrate how generosity can be a powerful expression of faith and loyalty. We should strive to be generous with our resources to support others. Faithfulness in AdversityDespite the challenges David faced, he remained faithful to God. In our own adversities, we should remain steadfast in our faith, trusting that God will see us through. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the provision of supplies to David in 2 Samuel 17:28 reflect God's faithfulness and provision in your own life? 2. In what ways can you be like Shobi, Machir, and Barzillai, providing support to those in need within your community? 3. How does the account of David's provision in Mahanaim connect with Jesus' teaching in Matthew 25:35-40 about serving others? 4. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's provision through the generosity of others. How did it impact your faith? 5. How can you cultivate a spirit of generosity and faithfulness in your own life, especially during times of adversity? Connections to Other Scriptures 1 Samuel 25The account of Abigail providing provisions to David and his men, showing a parallel in the theme of support and provision during times of need. Philippians 4:19The assurance of God's provision for our needs, reflecting the way God provided for David through the generosity of others. Matthew 25:35-40Jesus' teaching on serving others and providing for those in need, which mirrors the actions of Shobi, Machir, and Barzillai. People Abiathar, Abigail, Absalom, Ahimaaz, Ahithophel, Amasa, Ammiel, Ammonites, Arkite, Barzillai, Dan, David, Hushai, Ithra, Jesse, Jether, Joab, Jonathan, Machir, Nahash, Shobi, Zadok, ZeruiahPlaces Bahurim, Beersheba, Dan, En-rogel, Gilead, Jerusalem, Jordan River, Lo-debar, Mahanaim, Rabbah, RogelimTopics Articles, Barley, Basin, Basins, Basons, Beans, Beds, Bowls, Corn, Couch, Dry, Earthen, Flour, Foods, Grain, Lentiles, Lentils, Meal, Parched, Pots, Pottery, Pulse, Roasted, Seeds, Sorts, Vessel, Vessels, WheatDictionary of Bible Themes 2 Samuel 17:28 5445 potters and pottery 2 Samuel 17:27-28 5268 cooking 2 Samuel 17:27-29 4404 food
8447 hospitality, examples 2 Samuel 17:28-29 5582 tiredness Library "The King Kissed Barzillai. " 2 Sam. xix. 39
And no wonder, for David could appreciate a real man when he saw him, and so does David's Lord. I.--LOYALTY IS PRECIOUS TO THE KING OF KINGS. In the days when the son of Jesse had but few friends, it was a precious thing to be treated in the style Barzillai and his neighbours entertained him (see 2 Sam. xvii. 27-29). They were rich farmers, and had land which brought forth with abundance, so were able to act with princely hospitality to the fugitive monarch. But plenty may live with avarice, and …
Thomas Champness—Broken BreadThe Nations of the South-East
Israel was cut in two by the Jordan. The districts east of the Jordan were those that had first been conquered; it was from thence that the followers of Joshua had gone forth to possess themselves of Canaan. But this division of the territory was a source of weakness. The interests of the tribes on the two sides of the river were never quite the same; at times indeed they were violently antagonistic. When the disruption of the monarchy came after the death of Solomon, Judah was the stronger for the …
Archibald Sayce—Early Israel and the Surrounding Nations Barzillai
BY REV. GEORGE MILLIGAN, M.A., D.D. "There is nothing," says Socrates to Cephalus in the Republic, "I like better than conversing with aged men. For I regard them as travellers who have gone a journey which I too may have to go, and of whom it is right to learn the character of the way, whether it is rugged or difficult, or smooth and easy" (p. 328 E.). It is to such an aged traveller that we are introduced in the person of Barzillai the Gileadite. And though he is one of the lesser-known characters …
George Milligan—Men of the Bible; Some Lesser-Known Continued.
In addition to the psalms already considered, which are devoted to the devout contemplation of nature, and stand in close connection with David's early days, there still remains one universally admitted to be his. The twenty-ninth psalm, like both the preceding, has to do with the glory of God as revealed in the heavens, and with earth only as the recipient of skyey influences; but while these breathed the profoundest tranquillity, as they watched the silent splendour of the sun, and the peace of …
Alexander Maclaren—The Life of David David and Jonathan's Son
'And David said, is there yet any that is left of the house of Saul, that I may shew him kindness for Jonathan's sake? 2. And there was of the house of Saul a servant whose name was Ziba. And when they had called him unto David, the king said unto him, Art thou Ziba? And he said, Thy servant is he. 3. And the king said, Is there not yet any of the house of Saul, that I may shew the kindness of God unto him? And Ziba said unto the king, Jonathan hath yet a son, which is lame on his feet. 4. And the …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture Mr. John Bunyan's Dying Sayings.
OF SIN. Sin is the great block and bar to our happiness, the procurer of all miseries to man, both here and hereafter: take away sin and nothing can hurt us: for death, temporal, spiritual, and eternal, is the wages of it. Sin, and man for sin, is the object of the wrath of God. How dreadful, therefore, must his case be who continues in sin! For who can bear or grapple with the wrath of God? No sin against God can be little, because it is against the great God of heaven and earth; but if the sinner …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Letter xxxvi (Circa A. D. 1131) to the Same Hildebert, who had not yet Acknowledged the Lord Innocent as Pope.
To the Same Hildebert, Who Had Not Yet Acknowledged the Lord Innocent as Pope. He exhorts him to recognise Innocent, now an exile in France, owing to the schism of Peter Leonis, as the rightful Pontiff. To the great prelate, most exalted in renown, Hildebert, by the grace of God Archbishop of Tours, Bernard, called Abbot of Clairvaux, sends greeting, and prays that he may walk in the Spirit, and spiritually discern all things. 1. To address you in the words of the prophet, Consolation is hid from …
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux—Some Letters of Saint Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux King of Kings and Lord of Lords
And He hath on His vesture and on His thigh a name written, K ING OF K INGS AND L ORD OF L ORDS T he description of the administration and glory of the Redeemer's Kingdom, in defiance of all opposition, concludes the second part of Messiah Oratorio. Three different passages from the book of Revelation are selected to form a grand chorus, of which Handel's title in this verse is the close --a title which has been sometimes vainly usurped by proud worms of this earth. Eastern monarchs, in particular, …
John Newton—Messiah Vol. 2 Tiglath-Pileser iii. And the Organisation of the Assyrian Empire from 745 to 722 B. C.
TIGLATH-PILESER III. AND THE ORGANISATION OF THE ASSYRIAN EMPIRE FROM 745 to 722 B.C. FAILURE OF URARTU AND RE-CONQUEST Of SYRIA--EGYPT AGAIN UNITED UNDER ETHIOPIAN AUSPICES--PIONKHI--THE DOWNFALL OF DAMASCUS, OF BABYLON, AND OF ISRAEL. Assyria and its neighbours at the accession of Tiglath-pileser III.: progress of the Aramaeans in the basin of the Middle Tigris--Urartu and its expansion into the north of Syria--Damascus and Israel--Vengeance of Israel on Damascus--Jeroboam II.--Civilisation …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 7 Samuel
Alike from the literary and the historical point of view, the book[1] of Samuel stands midway between the book of Judges and the book of Kings. As we have already seen, the Deuteronomic book of Judges in all probability ran into Samuel and ended in ch. xii.; while the story of David, begun in Samuel, embraces the first two chapters of the first book of Kings. The book of Samuel is not very happily named, as much of it is devoted to Saul and the greater part to David; yet it is not altogether inappropriate, …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament Links 2 Samuel 17:28 NIV2 Samuel 17:28 NLT2 Samuel 17:28 ESV2 Samuel 17:28 NASB2 Samuel 17:28 KJV
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