King James Version
What Does 2 Samuel 16:14 Mean?
“And the king, and all the people that were with him, came weary, and refreshed themselves there.”
Context
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. affliction: or, tears: Heb. eye
13
And as David and his men went by the way, Shimei went along on the hill's side over against him, and cursed as he went, and threw stones at him, and cast dust. cast: Heb. dusted him with dust
14
And the king, and all the people that were with him, came weary, and refreshed themselves there.
15
And Absalom, and all the people the men of Israel, came to Jerusalem, and Ahithophel with him.
16
And it came to pass, when Hushai the Archite, David's friend, was come unto Absalom, that Hushai said unto Absalom, God save the king, God save the king. God: Heb. Let the king live
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(14) **Came weary.**—The sentence seems to require the mention of some place, and the clause “refreshed themselves there” to imply that a place has already been mentioned. The word for *weary *is, therefore, generally taken as a proper name, *Ayephim, *which was probably a mere caravansary.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of 2 Samuel. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
2 Samuel 16:14 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.