The World English Bible (WEB): 2 Samuel by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title The World English Bible (WEB): 2 Samuel
Note Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits From www.ebible.org with slight reformatting by Martin Ward
Summary "The World English Bible (WEB): 2 Samuel" by Anonymous is a historical religious text likely written in ancient times, following the events in the lives of significant figures within the Israelite culture. This portion primarily deals with the reign of King David, detailing his ascension to power, his relationships, and the conflicts arising from his kingship, including his personal struggles and the broader political dynamics of the time. The opening of 2 Samuel narrates the aftermath of King Saul's death and David's mourning, which includes a lament for Saul and his son Jonathan. A young Amalekite brings news of Saul's demise, claiming he killed him at Saul's request. David, horrified by the act against Yahweh's anointed king, executes the young man. David then becomes the king of Judah and grapples with the division between Judah and the house of Saul, led by Saul's son Ishbosheth. This sets the stage for the unfolding political intrigues and David's eventual consolidation of power over Israel. The narrative sets a tone of personal grief, loyalty, and the complexities of leadership within a turbulent historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
Subject Bible. Samuel, 2nd
Category Text
EBook-No. 8237
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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