2 Samuel 8:15 Meaning and Explanation
“And David reigned over all Israel; and David executed judgment and justice unto all his people.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →David reigns over all Israel and rules with justice and righteousness toward his people.
What Does 2 Samuel 8:15 Mean?
With his borders secured, the focus shifts from war to governance. David reigns over all Israel and administers judgment and justice to all his people, ruling not only with strength but with fairness.
This is the heart of a godly king: power joined to righteousness. David's just reign points beyond itself to the promised King whose throne is founded on justice forever, the Son of David who will rule the nations in perfect equity and truth.
2 Samuel 8:15 in the Original Language
justice (צְדָקָה, tsedaqah) -- right conduct that upholds what is true and fair, doing right by God and neighbor.
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What does 2 Samuel 8:15 mean?
David reigns over all Israel and rules with justice and righteousness toward his people.