2 Samuel 17:21
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Samuel 17:21 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
2 Samuel 17:21 is a verse from the book of 2 Samuel in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And it came to pass, after they were departed, that they came up out of the well, and went and told king David, and said..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Samuel 17:21 — KJV
“And it came to pass, after they were departed, that they came up out of the well, and went and told king David, and said unto David, Arise, and pass quickly over the water: for thus hath Ahithophel counselled against you.”
— 2 Samuel 17:21 (KJV)
2 Samuel 17:21 in Context — About the Book of 2 Samuel
2 Samuel covers David's reign — his triumphs, his devastating fall with Bathsheba, and his raw, honest walk back to God. It shows that even a man after God's own heart needs mercy, and that God's covenant love survives our worst chapters.
Cross-References for 2 Samuel 17:21
“And it came to pass about the time of shutting of the gate, when it was dark, that the men went out: whither the men went I wot not: pursue after them quickly; for ye shall overtake them.”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 17:21: came, pass, after
“And it was told David; and he gathered all Israel, and passed over Jordan, and came upon them, and set the battle in array against them. So when David had put the battle in array against the Syrians, they fought with him.”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 17:21: came, pass, told
“And when it was told David, he gathered all Israel together, and passed over Jordan, and came to Helam. And the Syrians set themselves in array against David, and fought with him.”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 17:21: came, pass, told
“And it came to pass after these things, that it was told Abraham, saying, Behold, Milcah, she hath also born children unto thy brother Nahor;”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 17:21: came, pass, after
“And before I had done speaking in mine heart, behold, Rebekah came forth with her pitcher on her shoulder; and she went down unto the well, and drew water: and I said unto her, Let me drink, I pray thee.”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 17:21: came, well, went
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