Old Testament · BOOK 10 OF 66

2 Samuel

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Illustration: David receiving simple ancient gold crown before elders at Hebron, modest ancient Israelite palace courtyard.

David — King over All Israel

2 Samuel 5:1–5

Israel’s tribes came to David at Hebron and recognized him as king. David made a covenant with the elders before the LORD.

Illustration: David celebrating in simple linen ephod with modest undergarments while Levites carry golden ark on poles toward ancient Jerusalem, musicians and joyful people.

Jerusalem — Welcoming the Ark

2 Samuel 6:12–19

David and Israel brought the ark to Jerusalem with rejoicing. David celebrated before the LORD, and the people received food.

Illustration: Prophet Nathan speaking earnestly to King David in ancient cedar palace chamber, warm reverent scene, no human God.

Nathan — A Promise to David

2 Samuel 7:4–17

Through Nathan, God promised to establish David’s house and kingdom. David’s son would build the temple, and the covenant shaped Israel’s hope.

Illustration: David kindly welcoming adult Mephibosheth using wooden walking supports to royal banquet table, dignified inclusion no caricature disability.

Mephibosheth — Welcomed at the King’s Table

2 Samuel 9:1–13

David sought to show kindness for Jonathan’s sake and welcomed Mephibosheth, who had disabilities in both feet. He restored property and gave him a place at his table.

Illustration: Nathan standing firmly addressing remorseful King David seated with bowed head in ancient palace, no sexual imagery violence or death.

Nathan — Calling David to Repentance

2 Samuel 12:1–13

Nathan confronted David with a parable about a stolen lamb and exposed his wrongdoing. David acknowledged his sin, though serious consequences remained.

Illustration: David respectfully arranging stones for altar at purchased threshing floor above Jerusalem with Araunah nearby, no blood sacrifice or dead animals.

David — An Altar to the LORD

2 Samuel 24:18–25

Following Gad’s instruction, David bought Araunah’s threshing floor and built an altar. He refused to offer what cost him nothing.