Zadok was also there, and all the Levites with him were carrying the ark of the covenant of God. And they set down the ark of God, and Abiathar offered sacrifices until the people had passed out of the city. Zadok was also thereZadok, a significant figure in the priestly lineage, represents faithfulness and divine appointment. His presence signifies continuity of God's covenantal promises. The Hebrew root for Zadok means "righteous" or "just," reflecting his role as a steadfast servant of God. Historically, Zadok's loyalty to David during Absalom's rebellion underscores the importance of spiritual leadership in times of crisis. and all the Levites with him
The Levites, chosen by God to serve in the temple, symbolize dedication and service. Their role in carrying the ark highlights their responsibility in maintaining the sacred traditions and worship practices of Israel. The Levites' presence with Zadok emphasizes the unity and collective commitment of God's people to uphold His covenant. were carrying the ark of the covenant of God
The ark of the covenant, a sacred chest containing the tablets of the Law, represents God's presence and His covenant with Israel. The Hebrew term for "ark" (aron) signifies a chest or box, but its spiritual significance is profound, symbolizing God's throne on earth. The act of carrying the ark denotes reverence and the acknowledgment of God's sovereignty and guidance. And they set down the ark of God
Setting down the ark indicates a moment of pause and reflection. It suggests a temporary halt in the journey, allowing for worship and seeking God's direction. This action reflects the need for spiritual grounding and the importance of acknowledging God's presence in every step of life's journey. and Abiathar offered sacrifices
Abiathar, another priestly figure, performs sacrifices, an act of worship and atonement. Sacrifices in the Old Testament were a means of seeking God's favor and forgiveness. Abiathar's role in offering sacrifices underscores the necessity of intercession and the priestly duty to mediate between God and His people. until all the people had passed out of the city
This phrase highlights the orderly and respectful departure of the people, underlining the importance of community and collective movement in alignment with God's will. The historical context of David's flight from Jerusalem during Absalom's rebellion adds a layer of urgency and trust in God's protection and guidance. The people's passage signifies a transition, both physically and spiritually, as they follow their anointed king, trusting in God's providence. Persons / Places / Events 1. ZadokA high priest during King David's reign, Zadok was loyal to David and played a crucial role in the religious and political life of Israel. His presence signifies the continuity of God's covenant with Israel. 2. LevitesMembers of the tribe of Levi, set apart for religious duties. They were responsible for carrying the Ark of the Covenant, symbolizing their role as mediators between God and the people. 3. Ark of the CovenantA sacred chest that held the tablets of the Ten Commandments, representing God's presence and covenant with Israel. Its movement was significant in Israel's history. 4. AbiatharAnother high priest who served alongside Zadok. He was also loyal to David but later supported Adonijah against Solomon, leading to his removal from the priesthood. 5. The CityRefers to Jerusalem, the political and spiritual center of Israel. The departure of the Ark from the city symbolizes a moment of crisis and transition for David and his followers. Teaching Points God's Presence in Times of CrisisThe Ark's presence during David's flight from Absalom reminds us that God remains with us in our trials. We should seek His guidance and comfort in difficult times. Faithful LeadershipZadok and Abiathar's loyalty to David exemplifies the importance of steadfastness and integrity in leadership. As Christians, we are called to support and pray for our leaders, especially in challenging times. Symbolism of the ArkThe Ark represents God's covenant and presence. In the New Covenant, Jesus is our Emmanuel, "God with us," fulfilling the Ark's symbolic role. Sacrificial WorshipAbiathar's offering of sacrifices underscores the importance of worship and devotion, even in times of uncertainty. Our worship should be sincere and rooted in gratitude for God's faithfulness. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the presence of the Ark of the Covenant during David's flight from Absalom reflect God's faithfulness to His people? 2. In what ways can we demonstrate loyalty and integrity in our own leadership roles, following the example of Zadok and Abiathar? 3. How does the symbolism of the Ark of the Covenant find its fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus Christ? 4. What can we learn from Abiathar's later actions and their consequences about the importance of aligning our loyalties with God's will? 5. How can we incorporate sacrificial worship into our daily lives, especially during times of personal crisis or transition? Connections to Other Scriptures 1 Samuel 4-6The Ark's capture and return highlight its significance and the consequences of its mishandling. 1 Kings 2:26-27Abiathar's later removal from the priesthood fulfills God's word concerning the house of Eli. Hebrews 9:4Describes the contents of the Ark, emphasizing its role in the Old Covenant and foreshadowing Christ's ultimate sacrifice. People Abiathar, Absalom, Ahimaaz, Ahithophel, Aram, Arkite, Cherethites, David, Gittites, Hushai, Israelites, Ittai, Jonathan, Kerethites, Levites, Pelethites, ZadokPlaces Aram, Gath, Geshur, Giloh, Hebron, Jerusalem, Kidron, Mount of OlivesTopics Abiathar, Abi'athar, Agreement, Ark, Bearing, Behold, Carrying, Completely, Completion, Covenant, Finished, Firm, God's, Leaving, Levites, Offered, Pass, Passed, Passing, Sacrifices, Till, Town, ZadokDictionary of Bible Themes 2 Samuel 15:24 7390 Levites 2 Samuel 15:24-25 7306 ark of the covenant Library A Loyal Vow
'And the king's servants said unto the king, Behold, thy servants are ready to do whatsoever my lord the king shall appoint.'--2 SAMUEL xv. 15. We stand here at the darkest hour of King David's life. Bowed down by the consciousness of his past sin, and recognising in the rebellion of his favourite son the divine chastisement, his early courage and buoyant daring seem to have ebbed from him wholly. He is forsaken by the mass of his subjects, he is preparing to abandon Jerusalem, and to flee as an …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureIttai of Gath
'And Ittai answered the king, and said, As the Lord liveth, and as my lord the king liveth, surely in what place my lord the king shall be, whether in death or life, even there also will thy servant be.'--2 SAMUEL xv. 21. It was the darkest hour in David's life. No more pathetic page is found in the Old Testament than that which tells the story of his flight before Absalom. He is crushed by the consciousness that his punishment is deserved--the bitter fruit of the sin that filled all his later life …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture Pardoned Sin Punished
'And It came to pass after this, that Absalom prepared him chariots and horses, and fifty men to run before him. 2. And Absalom rose up early, and stood beside the way of the gate: and it was so, that when any man that had a controversy came to the king for judgment, then Absalom called unto him, and said, Of what city art thou? And he said, Thy servant is of one of the tribes of Israel. 3. And Absalom said unto him. See, thy matters are good and right; but there is no man deputed of the king to …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture Loyal to the Core
On the other hand, look at Ittai, perfectly free to go, but in order to end the controversy once for all, and to make David know that he does not mean to leave him, he takes a solemn oath before Jehovah his God, and he doubles it by swearing by the life of David that he will never leave him; in life, in death, he will be with him. He has cast in his lot with him for better and for worse, and he means to be faithful to the end. Old Master Trapp says, "All faithful friends went on a pilgrimage years …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 26: 1880 Following Christ
"And Ittai answered the king, and said, as the Lord liveth, and as my lord the king liveth, surely in what place my lord the king shall be, whether in death or life, even there also will thy servant be."--2 Samuel 15:21. SOME men have a very remarkable power of creating and sustaining friendship in others. David was a man brimming over with affection--a man, notwithstanding all his rough soldier-life, of an exceedingly tender heart--a man, I was about to say--the word was on my tongue--a man of vast …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 62: 1916 The Will of God
"Here am I, let Him do to me as seemeth good unto Him."--2 Sam. xv. 26. G. Ter Steegen. tr., Emma Frances Bevan, 1899 Thou sweet beloved Will of God, My anchor ground, my fortress hill, The Spirit's silent fair abode, In Thee I hide me and am still. O Will, that willest good alone, Lead Thou the way, Thou guidest best; A silent child, I follow on, And trusting, lean upon Thy Breast. God's Will doth make the bitter sweet, And all is well when it is done; Unless His Will doth hallow it, The glory …
Frances Bevan—Hymns of Ter Steegen and Others (Second Series) A Light to Lighten the Gentiles
P. G. 2 Sam. xv. 19-22; John xii. 26 "Wherefore goest thou with me?" Said the king disowned-- Said the king despised, rejected, Disenthroned. "Go, return unto thy place, To thy king of yore-- Here a pilgrim and a stranger, Nothing more. "Not for thee the cities fair, Hills of corn and wine-- All was portioned ere thou camest, Nought is thine. "Wandering forth where'er I may, Exiled from mine own, Shame, rejection I can grant thee; That alone. "Turn and take thy brethren back, With thy people …
Frances Bevan—Hymns of Ter Steegen, Suso, and Others The Daily Walk with Others (iii. ).
Thrice happy they who at Thy side, Thou Child of Nazareth, Have learnt to give their struggling pride Into Thy hands to death: If thus indeed we lay us low, Thou wilt exalt us o'er the foe; And let the exaltation be That we are lost in Thee. Let me say a little on a subject which, like the last, is one of some delicacy and difficulty, though its problems are of a very different kind. It is, the relation between the Curate and his Incumbent; or more particularly, the Curate's position and conduct …
Handley C. G. Moule—To My Younger Brethren And V the Kingdom Undivided and the Kingdom Divided
THE HISTORICAL BOOKS: I and II Samuel. I and II Kings. I and II Chronicles. NOTE.--As these three pairs of books are so closely related in their historical contents, it is deemed best to study them together, though they overlap the two divisions of IV and V. I. CHARTS Chart A. General Contents +--+ " I AND II SAMUEL " +-------------+-----+------+ "Samuel "Saul "David " +-------------+-----+------+----------+ " " " " I AND II KINGS "NOTE.--Biblical …
Frank Nelson Palmer—A Bird's-Eye View of the Bible That Whereas the City of Jerusalem had Been Five Times Taken Formerly, this was the Second Time of Its Desolation. A Brief Account of Its History.
1. And thus was Jerusalem taken, in the second year of the reign of Vespasian, on the eighth day of the month Gorpeius [Elul]. It had been taken five [34] times before, though this was the second time of its desolation; for Shishak, the king of Egypt, and after him Antiochus, and after him Pompey, and after them Sosius and Herod, took the city, but still preserved it; but before all these, the king of Babylon conquered it, and made it desolate, one thousand four hundred and sixty-eight years and …
Flavius Josephus—The Wars of the Jews or History of the Destruction of Jerusalem 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 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 15:24 NIV2 Samuel 15:24 NLT2 Samuel 15:24 ESV2 Samuel 15:24 NASB2 Samuel 15:24 KJV
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