2 Samuel 15:16

And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house.

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Other Translations for 2 Samuel 15:16

BSB

Then the king set out, and his entire household followed him. But he left behind ten concubines to take care of the palace.

AKJV

And the king went forth, and all his household after him. And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house.

CPDV

Therefore, the king departed, with his entire household on foot. And the king left behind ten women of the concubines to care for the house.

ERV

And the king went forth, and all his household after him, And the king left ten women, which were concubines, to keep the house.

NHEB

And the king went out with all his household following him. But the king left ten women, who were secondary wives, to take care of the palace.

SMT

And the king will go forth, and all his house at his feet. And the king will leave ten women, concubines, to watch the house.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 2 Samuel 15:16

AndthekingH4428Noun MasculinewentforthH3318VerbandallhishouseholdH1004Noun Masculine afterH7272Noun FemininehimAndthekingH4428Noun Masculine leftH5800Verb tenH6235Noun womenH802Noun FemininewhichwereconcubinesH6370Noun FemininetokeepH8104VerbthehouseH1004Noun Masculine

Commentary for 2 Samuel 15:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of 2 Samuel 15:16

Summary

David evacuated with his household but left ten concubines behind

Place

Jerusalem

Event

Household evacuated

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC