2 Samuel 16:12

It may be that the LORD will look on mine affliction, and that the LORD will requite me good for his cursing this day.

King James Version
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Other Translations for 2 Samuel 16:12

BSB
Perhaps the LORD will see my affliction and repay me with good for the cursing I receive today."
AKJV
It may be that the LORD will look on my affliction, and that the LORD will requite me good for his cursing this day.
CPDV
Perhaps the Lord may look with favor upon my affliction, and the Lord may repay me good, in place of the cursing of this day."
ERV
It may be that the LORD will look on the wrong done unto me, and that the LORD will requite me good for his cursing of me this day.
NHEB
It may be that the LORD will look on my affliction and return good to me for his cursing today."
SMT
Perhaps Jehovah will look upon my wrong, and Jehovah turn back to me good for his cursing this day.

Commentary for 2 Samuel 16:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 2 Samuel 16:12
Summary
Suffering ruler hopes for divine vindication
Event
David seeks divine compensation
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Prayer