2 Samuel 6:18 web — When David had made an end of offering the burnt offering and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of…

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"When David had made an end of offering the burnt offering and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of Yahweh of Armies."

— 2 Samuel 6:18, World English Bible

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2 Samuel 6 — Context

15

So David and all the house of Israel brought up the ark of Yahweh with shouting, and with the sound of the trumpet.

16

It was so, as the ark of Yahweh came into the city of David, that Michal the daughter of Saul looked out at the window, and saw king David leaping and dancing before Yahweh; and she despised him in her heart.

17

They brought in the ark of Yahweh, and set it in its place, in the midst of the tent that David had pitched for it; and David offered burnt offerings and peace offerings before Yahweh.

18

When David had made an end of offering the burnt offering and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of Yahweh of Armies.

19

He dealt among all the people, even among the whole multitude of Israel, both to men and women, to everyone a cake of bread, and a portion [of flesh], and a cake of raisins. So all the people departed everyone to his house.

20

Then David returned to bless his household. Michal the daughter of Saul came out to meet David, and said, "How glorious the king of Israel was today, who uncovered himself today in the eyes of the handmaids of his servants, as one of the vain fellows shamelessly uncovers himself!"

21

David said to Michal, "It was before Yahweh, who chose me above your father, and above all his house, to appoint me prince over the people of Yahweh, over Israel. Therefore will I celebrate before Yahweh.

2 Samuel 6:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Samuel 6:18 say?
2 Samuel 6:18 in the World English Bible reads: “When David had made an end of offering the burnt offering and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of Yahweh of Armies.”
Where is 2 Samuel 6:18 in the Bible?
2 Samuel 6:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 6, 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 6:18.
What translation should I read 2 Samuel 6:18 in?
2 Samuel 6:18 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 6:18?
2 Samuel 6:18 reads (WEB): “When David had made an end of offering the burnt offering and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of Yahweh of Armies.” 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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