2 Samuel 8:9
2 Samuel 8:9 Meaning and Explanation
“When Toi king of Hamath heard that David had smitten all the host of Hadadezer,”
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Read Full Chapter →Toi, king of Hamath, hears that David has defeated Hadadezer's whole army.
What Does 2 Samuel 8:9 Mean?
Hamath lay still farther north, beyond Zobah. Its king, Toi, had long been at odds with Hadadezer, and word now reaches him that David has shattered that common foe.
David's name spreads among the nations, and even distant rulers take notice. The fame God grants His servant opens the way for peace rather than conflict, showing how the Lord can turn the hearts of strangers toward those whom He blesses.
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What does 2 Samuel 8:9 mean?
Toi, king of Hamath, hears that David has defeated Hadadezer's whole army.