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2 Samuel 8:17

2 Samuel 8:18-1953 kjv — And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over both the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David’s sons were chief rulers.

King James Version

"And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over both the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David’s sons were chief rulers. "

— 2 Samuel 8:18-1953, King James Version

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2 Samuel 8 — Context

15

And David reigned over all Israel; and David executed judgment and justice unto all his people.

16

And Joab the son of Zeruiah was over the host; and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder;

17

And Zadok the son of Ahitub, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, were the priests; and Seraiah was the scribe;

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And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over both the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David’s sons were chief rulers.

2 Samuel 8:18-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Samuel 8:18-1953 say?
2 Samuel 8:18-1953 in the King James Version reads: “And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over both the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David’s sons were chief rulers. ”
Where is 2 Samuel 8:18-1953 in the Bible?
2 Samuel 8:18-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Samuel, chapter 8, verses 18–1953.
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 8:18-1953.
What translation should I read 2 Samuel 8:18-1953 in?
2 Samuel 8:18-1953 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 8:18-1953?
2 Samuel 8:18-1953 reads (KJV): “And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over both the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David’s sons were chief rulers. ” 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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