2 Samuel 5:12 net — David realized that the LORD had established him as king over Israel and that he had elevated his kingdom for the sake…

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"David realized that the LORD had established him as king over Israel and that he had elevated his kingdom for the sake of his people Israel."

— 2 Samuel 5:12, NET Bible

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2 Samuel 5 — Context

9

So David lived in the fortress and called it the City of David. David built all around it, from the terrace inwards.

10

David’s power grew steadily, for the LORD God of Heaven’s Armies was with him.

11

King Hiram of Tyre sent messengers to David, along with cedar logs, carpenters, and stonemasons. They built a palace for David.

12

David realized that the LORD had established him as king over Israel and that he had elevated his kingdom for the sake of his people Israel.

13

David married more concubines and wives from Jerusalem after he arrived from Hebron. Even more sons and daughters were born to David.

14

These are the names of children born to him in Jerusalem: Shammua, Shobab, Nathan, Solomon,

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Ibhar, Elishua, Nepheg, Japhia,

2 Samuel 5:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Samuel 5:12 say?
2 Samuel 5:12 in the NET Bible reads: “David realized that the LORD had established him as king over Israel and that he had elevated his kingdom for the sake of his people Israel.”
Where is 2 Samuel 5:12 in the Bible?
2 Samuel 5:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 5, verse 12.
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 5:12.
What translation should I read 2 Samuel 5:12 in?
2 Samuel 5:12 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 5:12?
2 Samuel 5:12 reads (NET): “David realized that the LORD had established him as king over Israel and that he had elevated his kingdom for the sake of his people Israel.” 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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