Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So Joab sent someone to Tekoa and had a wise woman brought from there. He said to her, “Pretend you are in mourning. Dress in mourning clothes, and don’t use any cosmetic lotions. Act like a woman who has spent many days grieving for the dead. New Living Translation So he sent for a woman from Tekoa who had a reputation for great wisdom. He said to her, “Pretend you are in mourning; wear mourning clothes and don’t put on lotions. Act like a woman who has been mourning for the dead for a long time. English Standard Version And Joab sent to Tekoa and brought from there a wise woman and said to her, “Pretend to be a mourner and put on mourning garments. Do not anoint yourself with oil, but behave like a woman who has been mourning many days for the dead. Berean Standard Bible So Joab sent to Tekoa to bring a wise woman from there. He told her, “Please pretend to be a mourner; put on clothes for mourning and do not anoint yourself with oil. Act like a woman who has mourned for the dead a long time. Berean Literal Bible And Joab sent to Tekoa, and he brought from there a wise woman, and said to her, “Pretend to be a mourner, please, and put on now mourning apparel, and do not anoint yourself with oil, and act like a woman these many days mourning for the dead. King James Bible And Joab sent to Tekoah, and fetched thence a wise woman, and said unto her, I pray thee, feign thyself to be a mourner, and put on now mourning apparel, and anoint not thyself with oil, but be as a woman that had a long time mourned for the dead: New King James Version And Joab sent to Tekoa and brought from there a wise woman, and said to her, “Please pretend to be a mourner, and put on mourning apparel; do not anoint yourself with oil, but act like a woman who has been mourning a long time for the dead. New American Standard Bible So Joab sent a messenger to Tekoa and brought a wise woman from there, and said to her, “Please follow mourning rites, and put on mourning garments now, and do not anoint yourself with oil but be like a woman who has been mourning for the dead for many days. NASB 1995 So Joab sent to Tekoa and brought a wise woman from there and said to her, “Please pretend to be a mourner, and put on mourning garments now, and do not anoint yourself with oil, but be like a woman who has been mourning for the dead many days; NASB 1977 So Joab sent to Tekoa and brought a wise woman from there and said to her, “Please pretend to be a mourner, and put on mourning garments now, and do not anoint yourself with oil, but be like a woman who has been mourning for the dead many days; Legacy Standard Bible So Joab sent to Tekoa and brought a wise woman from there and said to her, “Please pretend to be a mourner, and put on mourning garments now, and do not anoint yourself with oil, but be like a woman who has been mourning for the dead many days; Amplified Bible So Joab sent word to Tekoa and had a wise woman brought from there and told her, “Please pretend to be a mourner, and put on mourning clothes, and do not anoint yourself with oil, but act like a woman who has for many days been in mourning for the dead. Berean Annotated Bible So Joab (YHWH is father) sent to Tekoa (a stockade) to bring a wise woman from there. He told her, “Please pretend to be a mourner; put on clothes for mourning and do not anoint yourself with oil. Act like a woman who has mourned for the dead a long time. Christian Standard Bible So Joab sent someone to Tekoa to bring a wise woman from there. He told her, “Pretend to be in mourning: dress in mourning clothes and don’t put on any oil. Act like a woman who has been mourning for the dead for a long time. Holman Christian Standard Bible So Joab sent someone to Tekoa to bring a clever woman from there. He told her, “Pretend to be in mourning: dress in mourning clothes and don’t put on any oil. Act like a woman who has been mourning for the dead for a long time. American Standard Version And Joab sent to Tekoa, and fetched thence a wise woman, and said unto her, I pray thee, feign thyself to be a mourner, and put on mourning apparel, I pray thee, and anoint not thyself with oil, but be as a woman that hath a long time mourned for the dead: English Revised Version And Joab sent to Tekoa, and fetched thence a wise woman, and said unto her, I pray thee, feign thyself to be a mourner, and put on mourning apparel, I pray thee, and anoint not thyself with oil, but be as a woman that had a long time mourned for the dead: GOD'S WORD® Translation So Joab sent [someone] to Tekoa to get a clever woman from there. He told her, "Please act like a mourner, and dress in mourning clothes. Don't rub olive oil on yourself, but act like a woman who has been mourning for the dead for a long time. Good News Translation so he sent for a clever woman who lived in Tekoa. When she arrived, he said to her, "Pretend that you are in mourning; put on your mourning clothes, and don't comb your hair. Act like a woman who has been in mourning for a long time. International Standard Version so he sent messengers to Tekoa to bring a wise woman from there. He told her, "Please play the role of a mourner, wear the clothes of a mourner, and refrain from using makeup. Act like a woman who's been in mourning for the dead for many days. NET Bible So Joab sent to Tekoa and brought from there a wise woman. He told her, "Pretend to be in mourning and put on garments for mourning. Don't anoint yourself with oil. Instead, act like a woman who has been mourning for the dead for some time. New Heart English Bible he sent to Tekoa and brought a wise woman from there, and said to her, "Please pretend to be a mourner, and put on mourning clothing, and do not anoint yourself with oil, but behave as a woman who has been mourning for the dead a long time. Webster's Bible Translation And Joab sent to Tekoah, and brought thence a wise woman, and said to her, I pray thee, feign thyself to be a mourner, and put on now mourning apparel, and anoint not thyself with oil, but be as a woman that had a long time mourned for the dead: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo Joab sent to Tekoa to bring a wise woman from there. He told her, “Please pretend to be a mourner; put on clothes for mourning and do not anoint yourself with oil. Act like a woman who has mourned for the dead a long time. World English Bible Joab sent to Tekoa and brought a wise woman from there, and said to her, “Please act like a mourner, and put on mourning clothing, please, and don’t anoint yourself with oil; but be as a woman who has mourned a long time for the dead. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Joab sends to Tekoah, and takes a wise woman from there, and says to her, “Please feign yourself a mourner, and now put on garments of mourning, and do not anoint yourself with oil, and you have been as a woman mourning for the dead [for] these many days, Berean Literal Bible And Joab sent to Tekoa, and he brought from there a wise woman, and said to her, “Pretend to be a mourner, please, and put on now mourning apparel, and do not anoint yourself with oil, and act like a woman these many days mourning for the dead. Young's Literal Translation and Joab sendeth to Tekoah, and taketh thence a wise woman, and saith unto her, 'Feign thyself a mourner, I pray thee, and put on, I pray thee, garments of mourning, and anoint not thyself with oil, and thou hast been as a woman these many days mourning for the dead, Smith's Literal Translation And Joab will send to Tekoah and take from thence a wise woman, and he will say to her, Thou shalt mourn, and put on now garments of mourning, and thou shalt not be anointed with oil, and be thou as a woman this many days mourning for the dead: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSent to Thecua, and fetched from thence a wise woman: and said to her: Feign thyself to be a mourner, and put on mourning apparel, and be not anointed with oil, that thou mayest be as a woman that had a long time been mourning for one dead. Catholic Public Domain Version so he sent to Tekoa, and he brought from there a wise woman. And he said to her: “Feign that you are in mourning, and put on the clothing of one who mourns. And do not anoint yourself with oil, so that you may be like a woman who is still grieving for someone who died some time ago. New American Bible Joab sent to Tekoa and brought from there a wise woman, to whom he said: “Pretend to be in mourning. Put on mourning apparel and do not anoint yourself with oil, that you may appear to be a woman who has long been mourning someone dead. New Revised Standard Version Joab sent to Tekoa and brought from there a wise woman. He said to her, “Pretend to be a mourner; put on mourning garments, do not anoint yourself with oil, but behave like a woman who has been mourning many days for the dead. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Joab sent to Tekoah, and fetched from thence a wise woman and said to her, Pretend to be a mourner and put on mourning apparel, and do not anoint yourself with oil, but be as a woman who has been mourning many days for the dead; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Yuab sent to Teqoa and he took from there a wise woman and he said to her: “Make lamentation and wear a garment of mourning and you shall not anoint yourself with oil, and be like a woman who has been mourning now many days over one who is dead OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Joab sent to Tekoa, and fetched thence a wise woman, and said unto her: 'I pray thee, feign thyself to be a mourner, and put on mourning apparel, I pray thee, and anoint not thyself with oil, but be as a woman that had a long time mourned for the dead; Brenton Septuagint Translation And Joab sent to Thecoe, and took thence a cunning woman, and said to her, Mourn, I pray thee, and put on mourning apparel, and anoint thee not with oil, and thou shalt be as a woman mourning for one that is dead thus for many days. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Absalom's Return to Jerusalem1Now Joab son of Zeruiah perceived that the king’s heart longed for Absalom. 2So Joab sent to Tekoa to bring a wise woman from there. He told her, “Please pretend to be a mourner; put on clothes for mourning and do not anoint yourself with oil. Act like a woman who has mourned for the dead a long time. 3Then go to the king and speak these words to him.” And Joab put the words in her mouth.… Cross References So Joab sent to Tekoa to bring a wise woman from there. 2 Samuel 20:16-22 a wise woman called out from the city, “Listen! Listen! Please tell Joab to come here so that I may speak with him.” / When he had come near to her, the woman asked, “Are you Joab?” “I am,” he replied. “Listen to the words of your servant,” she said. “I am listening,” he answered. / Then the woman said, “Long ago they used to say, ‘Seek counsel at Abel,’ and that is how disputes were settled. … 1 Samuel 25:3 His name was Nabal, and his wife’s name was Abigail. She was an intelligent and beautiful woman, but her husband, a Calebite, was harsh and evil in his dealings. 2 Chronicles 11:6 He built up Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa, He told her, “Please pretend to be a mourner; Joel 1:8 Wail like a virgin dressed in sackcloth, grieving for the husband of her youth. 2 Samuel 12:16-17 David pleaded with God for the boy. He fasted and went into his house and spent the night lying in sackcloth on the ground. / The elders of his household stood beside him to help him up from the ground, but he was unwilling and would not eat anything with them. Jeremiah 31:15 This is what the LORD says: “A voice is heard in Ramah, mourning and great weeping, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.” put on clothes for mourning and do not anoint yourself with oil. Genesis 37:34 Then Jacob tore his clothes, put sackcloth around his waist, and mourned for his son many days. 2 Samuel 12:20 Then David got up from the ground, washed and anointed himself, changed his clothes, and went into the house of the LORD and worshiped. Then he went to his own house, and at his request they set food before him, and he ate. Daniel 10:3 I ate no rich food, no meat or wine entered my mouth, and I did not anoint myself with oil until the three weeks were completed. Act like a woman who has mourned for the dead a long time. Genesis 50:10-11 When they reached the threshing floor of Atad, which is across the Jordan, they lamented and wailed loudly, and Joseph mourned for his father seven days. / When the Canaanites of the land saw the mourning at the threshing floor of Atad, they said, “This is a solemn ceremony of mourning by the Egyptians.” Thus the place across the Jordan is called Abel-mizraim. Deuteronomy 34:8 The Israelites grieved for Moses in the plains of Moab thirty days, until the time of weeping and mourning for Moses came to an end. 2 Chronicles 35:24-25 So his servants took him out of his chariot, put him in his second chariot, and brought him to Jerusalem, where he died. And Josiah was buried in the tomb of his fathers, and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for him. / Then Jeremiah lamented over Josiah, and to this day all the male and female singers recite laments over Josiah. They established them as a statute for Israel, and indeed they are written in the Book of Laments. 2 Samuel 12:1-7 Then the LORD sent Nathan to David, and when he arrived, he said, “There were two men in a certain city, one rich and the other poor. / The rich man had a great number of sheep and cattle, / but the poor man had nothing except one small ewe lamb that he had bought. He raised it, and it grew up with him and his children. It shared his food and drank from his cup; it slept in his arms and was like a daughter to him. … 1 Kings 3:16-28 At that time two prostitutes came to the king and stood before him. / One woman said, “Please, my lord, this woman and I live in the same house, and I gave birth while she was in the house. / On the third day after I gave birth, this woman also had a baby. We were alone, with no one in the house but the two of us. … Proverbs 31:10-31 A wife of noble character, who can find? She is far more precious than rubies. / The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he lacks nothing of value. / She brings him good and not harm all the days of her life. … Esther 5:1-8 On the third day, Esther put on her royal robes and stood in the inner court of the palace across from the king’s quarters. The king was sitting on his royal throne in the royal courtroom, facing the entrance. / As soon as the king saw Queen Esther standing in the court, she found favor in his sight. The king extended the gold scepter in his hand toward Esther, and she approached and touched the tip of the scepter. / “What is it, Queen Esther?” the king inquired. “What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be given to you.” … Treasury of Scripture And Joab sent to Tekoah, and fetched there a wise woman, and said to her, I pray you, feign yourself to be a mourner, and put on now mourning apparel, and anoint not yourself with oil, but be as a woman that had a long time mourned for the dead: 2 Chronicles 11:6 He built even Bethlehem, and Etam, and Tekoa, 2 Chronicles 20:20 And they rose early in the morning, and went forth into the wilderness of Tekoa: and as they went forth, Jehoshaphat stood and said, Hear me, O Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem; Believe in the LORD your God, so shall ye be established; believe his prophets, so shall ye prosper. Nehemiah 3:5,27 And next unto them the Tekoites repaired; but their nobles put not their necks to the work of their Lord… Tekoa 2 Samuel 11:26 And when the wife of Uriah heard that Uriah her husband was dead, she mourned for her husband. Ruth 3:3 Wash thyself therefore, and anoint thee, and put thy raiment upon thee, and get thee down to the floor: but make not thyself known unto the man, until he shall have done eating and drinking. Psalm 104:15 And wine that maketh glad the heart of man, and oil to make his face to shine, and bread which strengtheneth man's heart. Jump to Previous Act Anoint Apparel Clothing Dead Feign Fetched Joab Mourned Mourner Mourning Oil Please Pretend Tekoa Tekoah Thence Thyself Time WiseJump to Next Act Anoint Apparel Clothing Dead Feign Fetched Joab Mourned Mourner Mourning Oil Please Pretend Tekoa Tekoah Thence Thyself Time Wise2 Samuel 14 1. Joab, suborning a widow of Tekoah to incline the king's heart to fetch Absalom,21. brings him home to Jerusalem 25. Absalom's beauty, hair, and children 28. After two years, Absalom is brought into the king's presence by Joab So Joab sent to Tekoa to bring a wise woman from there. Joab, the commander of King David's army, is a key figure in the narrative of 2 Samuel. His decision to send for a wise woman from Tekoa reflects his strategic thinking and understanding of human nature. Tekoa was a town located about 10 miles south of Jerusalem, known for its wisdom and possibly its prophetic tradition, as the prophet Amos also hailed from there (Amos 1:1). The term "wise woman" suggests someone with insight, discernment, and possibly experience in matters of justice or mediation, which were highly valued in ancient Israelite society. This action by Joab indicates his intention to use wisdom and cunning to influence King David's decision regarding Absalom, David's estranged son. He told her, “Please pretend to be a mourner; put on clothes for mourning and do not anoint yourself with oil. Act like a woman who has mourned for the dead a long time. Persons / Places / Events 1. JoabThe commander of King David's army, known for his strategic mind and sometimes ruthless actions. He plays a pivotal role in the reconciliation between David and his son Absalom. 2. Tekoa A town in Judah, known for its wise inhabitants. It is the hometown of the prophet Amos and is located about 10 miles south of Jerusalem. 3. Wise Woman An unnamed woman from Tekoa, chosen by Joab for her wisdom and ability to convincingly portray a mourner. Her role is crucial in delivering Joab's message to King David. 4. Mourning The act of expressing grief, often through specific attire and behavior. In this context, it is used as a ruse to gain King David's attention and sympathy. 5. Absalom Although not directly mentioned in this verse, he is the underlying reason for Joab's actions. Absalom is David's son, estranged from his father after killing his brother Amnon. Teaching Points The Role of Wisdom in Conflict ResolutionThe wise woman of Tekoa demonstrates how wisdom can be used to navigate complex situations and bring about reconciliation. In our lives, seeking wise counsel can help resolve conflicts and restore relationships. The Power of Persuasion and Influence Joab's use of the woman's persuasive abilities shows the impact of influence. As Christians, we should be mindful of how we use our influence and ensure it aligns with godly principles. The Ethics of Deception This passage raises questions about the morality of using deception for a perceived good. It challenges us to consider the ethical implications of our actions and to seek truthfulness in our dealings. The Importance of Reconciliation Joab's actions, though deceptive, aim to reconcile David and Absalom. This underscores the biblical principle of reconciliation and the lengths we might go to restore broken relationships. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 14:2?2. How does Joab's plan in 2 Samuel 14:2 demonstrate human wisdom versus God's wisdom? 3. What role does the wise woman play in God's unfolding plan in 2 Samuel 14? 4. How can we discern God's will when others influence us, as in 2 Samuel 14:2? 5. Compare the wise woman's role to other biblical figures who used wisdom for good. 6. How can we apply the concept of seeking wise counsel in our daily lives? 7. Why did Joab send a wise woman to David in 2 Samuel 14:2? 8. What is the significance of Tekoa in 2 Samuel 14:2? 9. How does 2 Samuel 14:2 reflect on the use of deception for a greater good? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 14? 11. 2 Samuel 14:2–3: Does Joab’s use of a disguised woman to deceive David suggest a narrative hole, since such a ruse seems unlikely to fool a king? 12. What is Tekoa's biblical significance? 13. 2 Samuel 14:21–24: Why would David, a supposedly just king, rely on subterfuge rather than open negotiation to resolve Absalom’s banishment? 14. 2 Samuel 14:5-11: How does this fabricated story align with Mosaic laws requiring genuine judicial proceedings, and isn't it deceptive manipulation of a royal decree? What Does 2 Samuel 14:2 Mean So Joab sent to TekoaJoab, the seasoned commander who “perceived that the king’s heart longed for Absalom” (2 Samuel 14:1), takes the initiative rather than waiting for David to act. • Tekoa lay about ten miles south of Jerusalem (cf. 2 Chronicles 11:6). This small Judean town later produced Amos the prophet (Amos 1:1), so its association with spiritual insight is fitting. • Joab’s sending underscores his habit of calculated schemes (2 Samuel 3:27; 18:14; 20:10). Here he contrives a living parable, echoing how Nathan reached David’s conscience after the Bathsheba episode (2 Samuel 12:1-7). to bring a wise woman from there The term “wise” points to practical discernment and persuasive skill. • Scripture often highlights wise women who avert bloodshed—Abigail with David (1 Samuel 25:18-35) and the wise woman of Abel Beth-maacah (2 Samuel 20:16-22). • Joab seeks someone gifted in rhetoric who can speak to the king’s heart while avoiding suspicion. Proverbs 14:1 praises this kind of influence: “The wise woman builds her house…” He told her, “Please pretend to be a mourner” Joab instructs her to enter the royal court under a guise. • The word “pretend” reveals the dramatic nature of Joab’s plan; it is a staged lament meant to move David emotionally. • Similar prophetic dramas appear when Ahijah tore a cloak to prophesy (1 Kings 11:30-31) or when Ezekiel mimed exile (Ezekiel 12:3-7). • Joab relies on a story rather than direct argument, confident that narrative will bypass David’s resistance, just as Nathan’s parable did. “put on clothes for mourning” Clothing in the Old Testament is a visible sign of inner condition. • Sackcloth or torn garments marked grief (Genesis 37:34; 2 Samuel 3:31). • Putting such clothes on signals public sorrow and invites communal empathy (Esther 4:1-3). • Joab wants David immediately to read her appearance as tragedy before he hears a word. “and do not anoint yourself with oil” Anointing oil was a daily act of refreshment (Psalm 23:5; Matthew 6:17). • Abstaining from oil was a common mourning practice (2 Samuel 12:20 shows David resuming oil only after fasting ended). • Her unkempt look will reinforce the authenticity of her sorrow and prolong the emotional impact. “Act like a woman who has mourned for the dead a long time” Long-term grief carries deeper pathos than fresh tears. • Professional mourning women existed in Israel (Jeremiah 9:17-18); they knew how to sustain lament. • David himself had endured extended heartache over Absalom’s exile (2 Samuel 13:37-39). Hearing a story of lingering loss would mirror his own feelings and soften him toward reconciliation. • Prolonged mourning also evokes national laments such as those for Saul and Jonathan (2 Samuel 1:17-27) or for Josiah (2 Chronicles 35:25). summary 2 Samuel 14:2 shows Joab orchestrating a carefully scripted encounter. By sending for a rhetorically gifted woman from Tekoa and instructing her to embody deep, prolonged grief—in dress, demeanor, and even personal hygiene—Joab sets the stage for a living parable designed to reach King David’s heart. The verse highlights the power of story, the cultural language of mourning, and Joab’s shrewd determination to bring Absalom home, all within the sovereign narrative God is weaving through Israel’s history. (2) Tekoah.--A village on a high hill five miles south of Bethlehem, the home of the prophet Amos. It was also the native place of Ira, one of David's thirty heroes (2Samuel 23:26), and was near enough to Bethlehem, the home of Joab, for him to have had personal knowledge of this "wise woman." There is no ground whatever for suspecting her of being a "witch," or in any way disreputable.The parable that follows was contrived by Joab, yet also required skill and address on the part of the woman. It is purposely made not too closely parallel to the case of Absalom, lest it should defeat its own object. In general it needs no comment. Verse 2. - Tekoah. This town, famous as the birthplace of the Prophet Amos, lay upon the borders of the great wilderness southeast of Jerusalem. As it was only five miles to the south of Bethlehem, Joab's birthplace, he had probably often heard tales of this woman's intelligence; and, though he contrived the parable himself, yet it would need tact and adroitness on the woman's part to give the tale with tragic effect, and answer the king's questions with all the signs of genuine emotion. If her acting was bad, the king would see through the plot, and only by great skill would his heart be so moved as to three him to some such expression of feeling as would serve Joab's purpose.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So Joabיוֹאָב֙ (yō·w·’āḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3097: Joab -- 'the LORD is father', three Israelites sent וַיִּשְׁלַ֤ח (way·yiš·laḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out to Tekoa תְּק֔וֹעָה (tə·qō·w·‘āh) Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 8620: Tekoa -- a city in Judah to bring וַיִּקַּ֥ח (way·yiq·qaḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take a wise חֲכָמָ֑ה (ḥă·ḵā·māh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 2450: Wise woman אִשָּׁ֣ה (’iš·šāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female from there. מִשָּׁ֖ם (miš·šām) Preposition-m | Adverb Strong's 8033: There, then, thither He told her, וַיֹּ֣אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “Please נָ֞א (nā) Interjection Strong's 4994: I pray', 'now', 'then' pretend to be a mourner; הִֽתְאַבְּלִי־ (hiṯ·’ab·bə·lî-) Verb - Hitpael - Imperative - feminine singular Strong's 56: To bewail put on וְלִבְשִׁי־ (wə·liḇ·šî-) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - feminine singular Strong's 3847: Wrap around, to put on a, garment, clothe clothes בִגְדֵי־ (ḇiḡ·ḏê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 899: A covering, clothing, treachery, pillage for mourning אֵ֗בֶל (’ê·ḇel) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 60: Lamentation and do not וְאַל־ (wə·’al-) Conjunctive waw | Adverb Strong's 408: Not anoint yourself תָּס֙וּכִי֙ (tā·sū·ḵî) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person feminine singular Strong's 5480: To pour (in anointing), anoint with oil. שֶׁ֔מֶן (še·men) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness Act וְהָיִ֕ית (wə·hā·yîṯ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be like a woman כְּאִשָּׁ֗ה (kə·’iš·šāh) Preposition-k | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female who has mourned מִתְאַבֶּ֖לֶת (miṯ·’ab·be·leṯ) Verb - Hitpael - Participle - feminine singular Strong's 56: To bewail for עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the dead מֵֽת׃ (mêṯ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 4191: To die, to kill a long רַבִּ֔ים (rab·bîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 7227: Much, many, great time. יָמִ֣ים (yā·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day Links 2 Samuel 14:2 NIV2 Samuel 14:2 NLT 2 Samuel 14:2 ESV 2 Samuel 14:2 NASB 2 Samuel 14:2 KJV 2 Samuel 14:2 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 14:2 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 14:2 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 14:2 French Bible 2 Samuel 14:2 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 14:2 Joab sent to Tekoa and fetched there (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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