Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So on that day all the people there and all Israel knew that the king had no part in the murder of Abner son of Ner. New Living Translation So everyone in Judah and all Israel understood that David was not responsible for Abner’s murder. English Standard Version So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it had not been the king’s will to put to death Abner the son of Ner. Berean Standard Bible So on that day all the troops and all Israel were convinced that the king had no part in the murder of Abner son of Ner. Berean Literal Bible For all the people and all Israel understood that on that day it was not from the king to kill Abner son of Ner. King James Bible For all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to slay Abner the son of Ner. New King James Version For all the people and all Israel understood that day that it had not been the king’s intent to kill Abner the son of Ner. New American Standard Bible So all the people and all Israel understood on that day that it had not been the desire of the king to put Abner the son of Ner to death. NASB 1995 So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it had not been the will of the king to put Abner the son of Ner to death. NASB 1977 So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it had not been the will of the king to put Abner the son of Ner to death. Legacy Standard Bible So all the people and all Israel knew that day that it had not been the will of the king to put Abner the son of Ner to death. Amplified Bible So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it had not been the will of the king to put Abner the son of Ner to death. Berean Annotated Bible So on that day all the troops and all Israel (he wrestles with God) were convinced that the king had no part in the murder of Abner (my father is a lamp) son of Ner (lamp). Christian Standard Bible On that day all the troops and all Israel were convinced that the king had no part in the killing of Abner son of Ner. Holman Christian Standard Bible On that day all the troops and all Israel were convinced that the king had no part in the killing of Abner son of Ner. American Standard Version So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to slay Abner the son of Ner. Contemporary English Version Now the people of Judah and Israel were certain that David had nothing to do with killing Abner. English Revised Version So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to slay Abner the son of Ner. GOD'S WORD® Translation That day all the people of Israel knew the king wasn't responsible for killing Ner's son Abner. Good News Translation All of David's people and all the people in Israel understood that the king had no part in the murder of Abner. International Standard Version As a result, the entire army and all of Israel understood that day that the king had nothing to do with the murder of Ner's son Abner. NET Bible All the people and all Israel realized on that day that the killing of Abner son of Ner was not done at the king's instigation. New Heart English Bible So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to kill Abner the son of Ner. Webster's Bible Translation For all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to slay Abner the son of Ner. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo on that day all the troops and all Israel were convinced that the king had no part in the murder of Abner son of Ner. World English Bible So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to kill Abner the son of Ner. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand all the people know, even all Israel, in that day, that it has not been from the king—to put Abner son of Ner to death. Berean Literal Bible For all the people and all Israel understood that on that day it was not from the king to kill Abner son of Ner. Young's Literal Translation and all the people know, even all Israel, in that day, that it hath not been from the king -- to put to death Abner son of Ner. Smith's Literal Translation And all the people knew, and all Israel, in that day, that it was not from the king to kill Abner son of Ner. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd all the people, and all Israel understood that day that it was not the king's doing, that Abner the son of Ner was slain. Catholic Public Domain Version And every common person, and all of Israel, realized on that day that the killing of Abner, the son of Ner, had not been done by the king. New American Bible So on that day all the people and all Israel came to know that it was not the king’s doing that Abner, son of Ner, was put to death. New Revised Standard Version So all the people and all Israel understood that day that the king had no part in the killing of Abner son of Ner. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor all the people and all Israel understood that day that the king had no hand in the slaying of Abner, the son of Ner. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And all the people knew and all Israel on that day that it was not from the King to kill Abnir son of Nir OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to slay Abner the son of Ner. Brenton Septuagint Translation So all the people and all Israel perceived in that day, that it was not of the king to slay Abenner the son of Ner. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David Mourns for Abner…36All the people took note and were pleased. In fact, everything the king did pleased them. 37So on that day all the troops and all Israel were convinced that the king had no part in the murder of Abner son of Ner. 38Then the king said to his servants, “Do you not realize that a great prince has fallen today in Israel?… Cross References So on that day 1 Samuel 12:18 So Samuel called to the LORD, and on that day the LORD sent thunder and rain. As a result, all the people greatly feared the LORD and Samuel. Esther 9:22 as the days on which the Jews gained rest from their enemies and the month in which their sorrow turned to joy and their mourning into a holiday. He wrote that these were to be days of feasting and joy, of sending gifts to one another and to the poor. Joshua 4:24 He did this so that all the peoples of the earth may know that the hand of the LORD is mighty, and so that you may always fear the LORD your God.” all the troops and all Israel 1 Chronicles 12:23-24 Now these are the numbers of men armed for battle who came to David at Hebron to turn Saul’s kingdom over to him, in accordance with the word of the LORD: / From Judah: 6,800 armed troops bearing shields and spears. 2 Samuel 5:1 Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. 1 Chronicles 12:38 All these men of war, arrayed for battle, came to Hebron fully determined to make David king over all Israel. And all the rest of the Israelites were of one mind to make David king. were convinced Acts 28:24 Some of them were convinced by what he said, but others refused to believe. John 20:27-29 Then Jesus said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and look at My hands. Reach out your hand and put it into My side. Stop doubting and believe.” / Thomas replied, “My Lord and my God!” / Jesus said to him, “Because you have seen Me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” 1 Kings 18:39 When all the people saw this, they fell facedown and said, “The LORD, He is God! The LORD, He is God!” that the king had no part in the murder Deuteronomy 21:7-9 and they shall declare, “Our hands did not shed this blood, nor did our eyes see it. / Accept this atonement, O LORD, for Your people Israel whom You have redeemed, and do not hold the shedding of innocent blood against them.” And the bloodshed will be atoned for. / So you shall purge from among you the guilt of shedding innocent blood, since you have done what is right in the eyes of the LORD. Matthew 27:24 When Pilate saw that he was accomplishing nothing, but that instead a riot was breaking out, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd. “I am innocent of this man’s blood,” he said. “You bear the responsibility.” Luke 23:14-15 and said to them, “You brought me this man as one who was inciting the people to rebellion. I have examined Him here in your presence and found Him not guilty of your charges against Him. / Neither has Herod, for he sent Him back to us. As you can see, He has done nothing deserving of death. of Abner son of Ner. 1 Samuel 14:50-51 His wife’s name was Ahinoam daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the commander of his army was Abner, the son of Saul’s uncle Ner. / Saul’s father Kish and Abner’s father Ner were sons of Abiel. 1 Samuel 17:55 As Saul had watched David going out to confront the Philistine, he said to Abner the commander of the army, “Abner, whose son is this young man?” “As surely as you live, O king,” Abner replied, “I do not know.” 1 Samuel 26:14-16 And David shouted to the troops and to Abner son of Ner, “Will you not answer me, Abner?” “Who are you who calls to the king?” Abner replied. / So David said to Abner, “You are a man, aren’t you? And who in Israel is your equal? Why then did you not protect your lord the king when one of the people came to destroy him? / This thing you have done is not good. As surely as the LORD lives, all of you deserve to die, since you did not protect your lord, the LORD’s anointed. Now look around. Where are the king’s spear and water jug that were by his head?” 1 Kings 2:5-6 Moreover, you know what Joab son of Zeruiah did to me—what he did to Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether, the two commanders of the armies of Israel. He killed them in peacetime to avenge the blood of war. He stained with the blood of war the belt around his waist and the sandals on his feet. / So act according to your wisdom, and do not let his gray head go down to Sheol in peace. Treasury of Scripture For all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to slay Abner the son of Ner. Jump to Previous Abner Clear Death Israel Kill King's Murder Ner Part Responsible Slay UnderstoodJump to Next Abner Clear Death Israel Kill King's Murder Ner Part Responsible Slay Understood2 Samuel 3 1. During the war David becomes stronger2. Six sons are born to him in Hebron 6. Abner, displeased with Ishbosheth 7. revolts to David 13. David requires as a condition to bring him his wife Michal 17. Abner confers with the Israelites, feasted by David, and dismissed 22. Joab returning from battle, is displeased with the king, and kills Abner 28. David curses Joab 31. and mourns for Abner So on that day This phrase indicates a specific moment in time, highlighting the immediate aftermath of the events surrounding Abner's death. The context is the period of King David's reign, a time of political consolidation and civil strife following the death of Saul. The phrase underscores the importance of the events of that particular day in shaping the perceptions of the people. all the troops and all Israel were convinced that the king had no part in the murder of Abner son of Ner Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe King of Israel, who is shown to be innocent of Abner's death. 2. Abner son of Ner A powerful military leader and former commander of Saul's army, who was killed by Joab. 3. Joab David's military commander, who killed Abner out of revenge for his brother Asahel's death. 4. Israel The nation, which includes all the tribes, witnessing the events and understanding David's innocence. 5. Hebron The city where Abner was killed, a city of refuge, highlighting the gravity of Joab's act. Teaching Points Integrity in LeadershipDavid's response to Abner's death shows the importance of maintaining integrity and transparency in leadership. Leaders should ensure their actions align with God's will and justice. Trusting God's Justice Like David, believers are called to trust in God's justice rather than taking matters into their own hands. This requires faith and patience, knowing that God sees and will act righteously. The Power of Public Perception The verse highlights the importance of public perception and the need for leaders to communicate their intentions clearly to avoid misunderstandings. The Role of Forgiveness and Reconciliation David's desire for peace with Abner reflects the Christian call to pursue reconciliation and forgiveness, even with former adversaries. The Consequences of Revenge Joab's act of revenge led to further complications and unrest. Believers are reminded of the destructive nature of revenge and the peace that comes from leaving vengeance to God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 3:37?2. How does 2 Samuel 3:37 demonstrate David's leadership and integrity? 3. What lessons on justice can we learn from 2 Samuel 3:37? 4. How does 2 Samuel 3:37 connect to Romans 12:19 on vengeance? 5. How can we apply David's example in 2 Samuel 3:37 to our lives? 6. What does 2 Samuel 3:37 teach about God's sovereignty in leadership transitions? 7. How does 2 Samuel 3:37 reflect God's sovereignty in political affairs? 8. What historical context influenced the events in 2 Samuel 3:37? 9. How does 2 Samuel 3:37 demonstrate the theme of divine justice? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 3? 11. Why did Joab kill Abner in the Bible story? 12. 2 Samuel 3:33-34: Why does David publicly lament Abner's death as though he were innocent when Abner led opposing forces? 13. 2 Samuel 3:12-13: Does Abner's sudden support for David align with known tribal loyalties and historical realities of that era? 14. How could David and Abishai enter Saul's camp and take his spear and water jug unnoticed by 3,000 soldiers? (1 Samuel 26:7-12) What Does 2 Samuel 3:37 Mean So on that dayThe phrase pins the lesson to a specific moment—the funeral for Abner (2 Samuel 3:31–32). David’s public lament, fasting, and refusal to eat until sunset made a deep impression. His actions mirrored those of righteous leaders before him, like Moses interceding for Israel in Exodus 32:30–32, underscoring that godly sorrow can turn a dark episode into a teaching moment. all the troops and all Israel This is not limited to David’s personal guard. The statement sweeps across: • the military men who had followed Saul (see 2 Samuel 3:6) • the citizens of Judah already loyal to David (2 Samuel 2:10) • the northern tribes freshly watching him The breadth echoes Joshua 24:1, where the entire nation gathered to renew covenant. When everyone sees the same righteous behavior, national unity becomes possible. were convinced The Hebrew narrative shows hearts turning from suspicion to certainty. Just as the elders “knew” Samuel was established as a prophet (1 Samuel 3:20), the people here settle the matter in their minds. God often uses visible acts—like Elijah’s fire in 1 Kings 18:38—to remove doubt and cement trust. that the king had no part Accusations could have ruined David’s credibility. By publicly distancing himself from Joab’s vendetta, he models the integrity later commanded of kings in Deuteronomy 17:18–20. His innocence also foreshadows Christ, of whom Pilate said, “I find no basis for a charge” (John 18:38), reminding us that righteous leadership must be transparent. in the murder of Abner son of Ner. Abner’s death threatened to derail the fragile peace developing between Judah and Israel (2 Samuel 3:12–21). Joab’s act was personal revenge for his brother Asahel (2 Samuel 2:23), not sanctioned justice. David’s immediate curse on Joab’s house (2 Samuel 3:28–29) shows how a king should confront sin within his own ranks, much like Nathan would later confront David himself (2 Samuel 12:7). summary David’s heartfelt mourning, public fasting, and outspoken condemnation convinced the entire nation of his innocence. By handling Abner’s murder with transparency and humility, he protected Israel’s unity and modeled righteous leadership that points forward to the perfect King who would one day reign in absolute justice and peace. Verse 37. - All Israel understood. The twenty men who had accompanied Abner would be witnesses of all that David did, and would carry their report of it home, and of the high estimation in which his character was held at Hebron. And this gradually would be told throughout the tribes, and the final verdict of all well-disposed people would be in David's favour.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So on thatהַה֑וּא (ha·hū) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are day בַּיּ֣וֹם (bay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day all כָל־ (ḵāl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the troops הָעָ֛ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc were convinced וַיֵּדְע֧וּ (way·yê·ḏə·‘ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3045: To know that כִּ֣י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction the king מֵֽהַמֶּ֔לֶךְ (mê·ham·me·leḵ) Preposition-m, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king had no לֹ֤א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no part הָיְתָה֙ (hā·yə·ṯāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be in the murder לְהָמִ֖ית (lə·hā·mîṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 4191: To die, to kill of Abner אַבְנֵ֥ר (’aḇ·nêr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 74: Abner -- 'my father is a lamp', an Israelite name son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Ner. נֵֽר׃ (nêr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5369: Ner -- father of Abner, also the father of Kish Links 2 Samuel 3:37 NIV2 Samuel 3:37 NLT 2 Samuel 3:37 ESV 2 Samuel 3:37 NASB 2 Samuel 3:37 KJV 2 Samuel 3:37 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 3:37 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 3:37 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 3:37 French Bible 2 Samuel 3:37 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 3:37 So all the people and all Israel (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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