2 Samuel 22:40 web — For you have armed me with strength for the battle. You have subdued under me those who rose up against me.

World English Bible

"For you have armed me with strength for the battle. You have subdued under me those who rose up against me."

— 2 Samuel 22:40, World English Bible

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2 Samuel 22 — Context

37

You have enlarged my steps under me. My feet have not slipped.

38

I have pursued my enemies and destroyed them. I didn't turn again until they were consumed.

39

I have consumed them, and struck them through, so that they can't arise. Yes, they have fallen under my feet.

40

For you have armed me with strength for the battle. You have subdued under me those who rose up against me.

41

You have also made my enemies turn their backs to me, that I might cut off those who hate me.

42

They looked, but there was none to save; even to Yahweh, but he didn't answer them.

43

Then I beat them as small as the dust of the earth. I crushed them as the mire of the streets, and spread them abroad.

2 Samuel 22:40 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Samuel 22:40 say?
2 Samuel 22:40 in the World English Bible reads: “For you have armed me with strength for the battle. You have subdued under me those who rose up against me.”
Where is 2 Samuel 22:40 in the Bible?
2 Samuel 22:40 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 22, verse 40.
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 22:40.
What translation should I read 2 Samuel 22:40 in?
2 Samuel 22:40 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 22:40?
2 Samuel 22:40 reads (WEB): “For you have armed me with strength for the battle. You have subdued under me those who rose up against me.” 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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