2 Samuel 15:16

“And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house.”

"And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house." - 2 Samuel 15:16
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What does 2 Samuel 15:16 mean?

The verse 2 Samuel 15:16 from the King James Version of the Bible states, "And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house." This verse is part of the larger narrative in the book of 2 Samuel that…

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The Weight of Leadership: Lessons from 2 Samuel 15:16

In the rich tapestry of scripture, 2 Samuel 15:16 offers us a unique glimpse into the heart of King David as he faced one of the most challenging moments of his life. The verse states, "And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which…

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A Prayer of Surrender and Leadership

O Gracious and Almighty God, As we approach Your throne of grace, we come before You with hearts both heavy and hopeful, fully aware of the weight of leadership, the burdens of responsibility, and the resilience required in times of trials, much like King David faced in his…

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2 Samuel 15:16 - "And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house."
2 Samuel 16:15 - "¶ And Absalom, and all the people the men of Israel, came to Jerusalem, and Ahithophel with him."
"¶ And Absalom, and all the people the men of Israel, came to Jerusalem, and Ahithophel with him." - 2 Samuel 16:15
1 Samuel 15:16 - "Then Samuel said unto Saul, Stay, and I will tell thee what the LORD hath said to me this night. And he said unto him, Say on."
2 Samuel 5:16 - "And Elishama, and Eliada, and Eliphalet."
1 Samuel 16:15 - "And Saul's servants said unto him, Behold now, an evil spirit from God troubleth thee."
2 Samuel 5:15 - "Ibhar also, and Elishua, and Nepheg, and Japhia,"
2 Samuel 2:15 - "Then there arose and went over by number twelve of Benjamin, which pertained to Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, and twelve of the servants of David."
2 Samuel 15:15 - "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 8:16 - "And Joab the son of Zeruiah was over the host; and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder;"
"And Elishama, and Eliada, and Eliphalet." - 2 Samuel 5:16
2 Samuel 15:13 - "¶ And there came a messenger to David, saying, The hearts of the men of Israel are after Absalom."
2 Samuel 15:37 - "So Hushai David's friend came into the city, and Absalom came into Jerusalem."
2 Samuel 15:29 - "Zadok therefore and Abiathar carried the ark of God again to Jerusalem: and they tarried there."
2 Samuel 16:14 - "And the king, and all the people that were with him, came weary, and refreshed themselves there."
2 Samuel 22:15 - "And he sent out arrows, and scattered them; lightning, and discomfited them."
2 Samuel 10:15 - "¶ And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel, they gathered themselves together."
2 Samuel 16:16 - "And it came to pass, when Hushai the Archite, David's friend, was come unto Absalom, that Hushai said unto Absalom, God save the king, God save the king."
1 Samuel 16:2 - "And Samuel said, How can I go? if Saul hear it, he will kill me. And the LORD said, Take an heifer with thee, and say, I am come to sacrifice to the LORD."
2 Samuel 15:17 - "And the king went forth, and all the people after him, and tarried in a place that was far off."
2 Samuel 16:20 - "¶ Then said Absalom to Ahithophel, Give counsel among you what we shall do."
2 Samuel 15:9 - "And the king said unto him, Go in peace. So he arose, and went to Hebron."
2 Samuel 16:12 - "It may be that the LORD will look on mine affliction, and that the LORD will requite me good for his cursing this day."
2 Samuel 18:15 - "And ten young men that bare Joab's armour compassed about and smote Absalom, and slew him."
2 Samuel 6:15 - "So David and all the house of Israel brought up the ark of the LORD with shouting, and with the sound of the trumpet."
2 Samuel 16:17 - "And Absalom said to Hushai, Is this thy kindness to thy friend? why wentest thou not with thy friend?"
2 Samuel 15:33 - "Unto whom David said, If thou passest on with me, then thou shalt be a burden unto me:"
2 Samuel 15:28 - "See, I will tarry in the plain of the wilderness, until there come word from you to certify me."
2 Samuel 12:16 - "David therefore besought God for the child; and David fasted, and went in, and lay all night upon the earth."