2 Samuel 18:4 Meaning and Explanation
“And the king said unto them, What seemeth you best I will do. And the king stood by the gate side, and all the people came out by hundreds and by thousands.”
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Read Full Chapter →David yields to their counsel and takes his place by the gate as the troops file out to war.
What Does 2 Samuel 18:4 Mean?
Persuaded by his men, David sets aside his own resolve and consents to remain behind. He stands beside the city gate, the place of authority and review, while the army marches past him in their hundreds and thousands.
David's submission to wise counsel shows a strength that is not stubborn. A leader secure in his calling can bend to others without losing his place. Standing at the gate, he blesses each rank as it passes, present to his people even when he cannot go before them, a picture of care that abides with those it sends.
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What does 2 Samuel 18:4 mean?
David yields to their counsel and takes his place by the gate as the troops file out to war.