2 Samuel 18:23

“But howsoever, said he, let me run. And he said unto him, Run. Then Ahimaaz ran by the way of the plain, and overran Cushi.”

"But howsoever, said he, let me run. And he said unto him, Run. Then Ahimaaz ran by the way of the plain, and overran Cushi." - 2 Samuel 18:23
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What does 2 Samuel 18:23 mean?

The Bible verse 2 Samuel 18:23 from the King James Version (KJV) states: "But howsoever, said he, let me run. And he said unto him, Run. Then Ahimaaz ran by the way of the plain, and overran Cushi." This verse is part of the larger narrative found within the Second Book of…

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The Zeal of a Messenger: Running with Purpose

In 2 Samuel 18:23, we find a poignant moment during a tumultuous time in Israel’s history—a time defined by civil war, personal anguish, and the burden of leadership. The verse states, "But howsoever, said he, let me run. And he said unto him, Run. Then Ahimaaz ran by the way of…

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A Prayer for Diligence and Faith in Service

Heavenly Father, As I come before you today, I am reminded of the moment captured in 2 Samuel 18:23, where Ahimaaz, with unyielding determination, proclaimed, "But howsoever, said he, let me run. And he said unto him, Run. Then Ahimaaz ran by the way of the plain, and overran…

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