2 Samuel 3:18 cpdv — Therefore, accomplish it now. For the Lord has spoken to David, saying: ‘By the hand of my servant David, I will save m…

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"Therefore, accomplish it now. For the Lord has spoken to David, saying: ‘By the hand of my servant David, I will save my people Israel from the hand of the Philistines and of all their enemies.’ ” "

— 2 Samuel 3:18, Catholic Public Domain Version

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2 Samuel 3 — Context

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Therefore, Ishbosheth sent and took her from her husband Paltiel, the son of Laish.

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And her husband was following her, weeping, as far as Bahurim. And Abner said to him, “Go and return.” And he returned.

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Likewise, Abner sent word to the elders of Israel, saying: “As much yesterday as the day before, you were seeking David, so that he might reign over you.

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Therefore, accomplish it now. For the Lord has spoken to David, saying: ‘By the hand of my servant David, I will save my people Israel from the hand of the Philistines and of all their enemies.’ ”

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Then Abner also spoke to Benjamin. And he went away, so that he might speak to David in Hebron all that would be pleasing to Israel and to all of Benjamin.

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And he went to David in Hebron with twenty men. And David made a feast for Abner, and for his men who had arrived with him.

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And Abner said to David, “I will rise up, so that I may gather all of Israel to you, my lord the king, and so that I may enter into a pact with you, and so that you may reign over all, just as your soul desires.” Then, when David had led Abner away, and he had departed in peace,

2 Samuel 3:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Samuel 3:18 say?
2 Samuel 3:18 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Therefore, accomplish it now. For the Lord has spoken to David, saying: ‘By the hand of my servant David, I will save my people Israel from the hand of the Philistines and of all their enemies.’ ” ”
Where is 2 Samuel 3:18 in the Bible?
2 Samuel 3:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 3, verse 18.
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 3:18.
What translation should I read 2 Samuel 3:18 in?
2 Samuel 3:18 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 3:18?
2 Samuel 3:18 reads (CPDV): “Therefore, accomplish it now. For the Lord has spoken to David, saying: ‘By the hand of my servant David, I will save my people Israel from the hand of the Philistines and of all their enemies.’ ” ” 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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