2 Samuel 5:7 Meaning and Explanation
“Nevertheless David took the strong hold of Zion: the same is the city of David.”
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Read Full Chapter →Against the Jebusites' boast, David captures the stronghold of Zion, which becomes the city of David.
What Does 2 Samuel 5:7 Mean?
"Nevertheless" answers the taunt of the verse before. Despite the Jebusites' confidence, David takes the fortress of Zion. From this moment the stronghold bears a new name: the city of David, the seat of his throne and the heart of the nation.
Zion enters Scripture here as more than a hill of stone. Through the Psalms and the prophets it becomes a name for the dwelling of God among His people, and at last for the city not made with hands. The taking of Zion is a small beginning of a great theme: the King establishing a holy city where God and His people will dwell together.
2 Samuel 5:7 in the Original Language
Tsiyyon (צִיּוֹן), 'Zion' -- the stronghold David captured, later a name for God's holy city and dwelling.
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What does 2 Samuel 5:7 mean?
Against the Jebusites' boast, David captures the stronghold of Zion, which becomes the city of David.