2 Samuel 2:12

“And Abner the son of Ner, and the servants of Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, went out from Mahanaim to Gibeon.”

"And Abner the son of Ner, and the servants of Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, went out from Mahanaim to Gibeon." - 2 Samuel 2:12
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What does 2 Samuel 2:12 mean?

In 2 Samuel 2:12 of the King James Version, the verse reads, "And Abner the son of Ner, and the servants of Ishbosheth the son of Saul, went out from Mahanaim to Gibeon." This verse is often overlooked as it seems to simply be a part of the historical narrative of the time, but…

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The Road from Mahanaim: Lessons in Leadership and Legacy

In 2 Samuel 2:12, we encounter a pivotal moment in the unfolding story of Israel’s transition from the reign of Saul to the dawn of King David’s kingdom. The verse reads: "And Abner the son of Ner, and the servants of Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, went out from Mahanaim to…

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A Prayer for Divine Guidance in Leadership and Conflict Resolution

Heavenly Father, As we come before You today, we acknowledge Your omnipotence and Your wisdom that surpasses all understanding. We are reminded of the events recorded in 2 Samuel 2:12, where we see Abner, son of Ner, and the servants of Ish-bosheth, son of Saul, venturing forth…

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2 Samuel 2:12 - "¶ And Abner the son of Ner, and the servants of Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, went out from Mahanaim to Gibeon."
2 Samuel 12:2 - "The rich man had exceeding many flocks and herds:"
2 Samuel 5:12
1 Samuel 2:12
2 Samuel 12:12 - "For thou didst it secretly: but I will do this thing before all Israel, and before the sun."
1 Samuel 2:12 - "¶ Now the sons of Eli were sons of Belial; they knew not the LORD."
2 Samuel 12:26 - "And Joab fought against Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and took the royal city."
"The rich man had exceeding many flocks and herds:" - 2 Samuel 12:2
2 Samuel 12:29 - "And David gathered all the people together, and went to Rabbah, and fought against it, and took it."
2 Samuel 23:12 - "But he stood in the midst of the ground, and defended it, and slew the Philistines: and the LORD wrought a great victory."
2 Samuel 8:12 - "Of Syria, and of Moab, and of the children of Ammon, and of the Philistines, and of Amalek, and of the spoil of Hadadezer, son of Rehob, king of Zobah."
2 Samuel 22:12 - "And he made darkness pavilions round about him, dark waters, and thick clouds of the skies."
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 12:25 - "And he sent by the hand of Nathan the prophet; and he called his name Jedidiah, because of the LORD."
2 Samuel 12:6 - "And he shall restore the lamb fourfold, because he did this thing, and because he had no pity."
2 Samuel 12:16 - "David therefore besought God for the child; and David fasted, and went in, and lay all night upon the earth."
2 Samuel 19:12 - "Ye are my brethren, ye are my bones and my flesh: wherefore then are ye the last to bring back the king?"
2 Samuel 12:27 - "And Joab sent messengers to David, and said, I have fought against Rabbah, and have taken the city of waters."
2 Samuel 9:12 - "And Mephibosheth had a young son, whose name was Micha. And all that dwelt in the house of Ziba were servants unto Mephibosheth."
2 Samuel 12:15 - "¶ And Nathan departed unto his house. And the LORD struck the child that Uriah's wife bare unto David, and it was very sick."
2 Samuel 1:12 - "And they mourned, and wept, and fasted until even, for Saul, and for Jonathan his son, and for the people of the LORD, and for the house of Israel; because they were fallen by the sword."
2 Samuel 13:12 - "And she answered him, Nay, my brother, do not force me; for no such thing ought to be done in Israel: do not thou this folly."
1 Samuel 2:12 Now the sons of Eli were sons of Belial; they knew not the LORD.
1 Samuel 2:12 Now the sons of Eli were sons of Belial; they knew not the LORD.
2 Samuel 10:12 - "Be of good courage, and let us play the men for our people, and for the cities of our God: and the LORD do that which seemeth him good."
1 Samuel 2:12 Now the sons of Eli were sons of Belial; they knew not the LORD.
2 Samuel 12:28 - "Now therefore gather the rest of the people together, and encamp against the city, and take it: lest I take the city, and it be called after my name."
1 Samuel 2:12 Now the sons of Eli were sons of Belial; they knew not the LORD.
2 Samuel 5:12 - "And David perceived that the LORD had established him king over Israel, and that he had exalted his kingdom for his people Israel's sake."