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2 Samuel 22:33 net — The one true God is my mighty refuge; he removes the obstacles in my way.

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"The one true God is my mighty refuge; he removes the obstacles in my way."

— 2 Samuel 22:33, NET Bible

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2 Samuel 22 — Context

30

Indeed, with your help I can charge against an army; by my God’s power I can jump over a wall.

31

The one true God acts in a faithful manner; the LORD’s promise is reliable; he is a shield to all who take shelter in him.

32

Indeed, who is God besides the LORD? Who is a protector besides our God?

33

The one true God is my mighty refuge; he removes the obstacles in my way.

34

He gives me the agility of a deer; he enables me to negotiate the rugged terrain.

35

He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend even the strongest bow.

36

You give me your protective shield; your willingness to help enables me to prevail.

2 Samuel 22:33 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Samuel 22:33 say?
2 Samuel 22:33 in the NET Bible reads: “The one true God is my mighty refuge; he removes the obstacles in my way.”
Where is 2 Samuel 22:33 in the Bible?
2 Samuel 22:33 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 22, verse 33.
Who wrote 2 Samuel?
2 Samuel is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Nathan and Gad). It was written c. 930–722 BC.
What is the book of 2 Samuel about?
2 Samuel records David's reign — his rise to the throne, the conquest of Jerusalem, the eternal covenant God makes with his house, and the moral failure with Bathsheba that fractures his family. From the highs of triumph to the depths of repentance, David remains the messianic prototype.
What are the major themes of 2 Samuel?
2 Samuel explores themes including Davidic Covenant, Sin & Repentance, Kingdom, Mercy, Consequences. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Samuel 22:33.
What translation should I read 2 Samuel 22:33 in?
2 Samuel 22:33 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Samuel 22:33?
2 Samuel 22:33 reads (NET): “The one true God is my mighty refuge; he removes the obstacles in my way.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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