2 Samuel 5:12
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Samuel 5:12 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
2 Samuel 5:12 is a verse from the book of 2 Samuel in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And David perceived that the LORD had established him king over Israel, and that he had exalted his kingdom for his peop..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Samuel 5:12 — KJV
“And David perceived that the LORD had established him king over Israel, and that he had exalted his kingdom for his people Israel's sake.”
— 2 Samuel 5:12 (KJV)
2 Samuel 5:12 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 5:12
“And David perceived that the LORD had confirmed him king over Israel, for his kingdom was lifted up on high, because of his people Israel.”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 5:12: david, perceived, lord
“Now, O LORD God, let thy promise unto David my father be established: for thou hast made me king over a people like the dust of the earth in multitude. like...: Heb. much as the dust of the earth”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 5:12: david, lord, established
“Huram said moreover, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, that made heaven and earth, who hath given to David the king a wise son, endued with prudence and understanding, that might build an house for the LORD, and an house for his kingdom. endued...: Heb. knowing prudence and understanding”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 5:12: david, lord, king
“Ought ye not to know that the LORD God of Israel gave the kingdom over Israel to David for ever, even to him and to his sons by a covenant of salt?”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 5:12: david, lord, king
“And Samuel said to Saul, Thou hast done foolishly: thou hast not kept the commandment of the LORD thy God, which he commanded thee: for now would the LORD have established thy kingdom upon Israel for ever.”
Shares key themes with 2 Samuel 5:12: lord, established, king
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