Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version In the morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. New Living Translation So the next morning David wrote a letter to Joab and gave it to Uriah to deliver. English Standard Version In the morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Berean Standard Bible The next morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. Berean Literal Bible And it came to pass in the morning that David wrote a letter to Joab, and he sent it by the hand of Uriah. King James Bible And it came to pass in the morning, that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. New King James Version In the morning it happened that David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it by the hand of Uriah. New American Standard Bible So in the morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it by the hand of Uriah. NASB 1995 Now in the morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it by the hand of Uriah. NASB 1977 Now it came about in the morning that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Legacy Standard Bible Now it happened in the morning that David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Amplified Bible In the morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. Berean Annotated Bible The next morning David (beloved) wrote a letter to Joab (YHWH is father) and sent it with Uriah (YHWH is my light). Christian Standard Bible The next morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. Holman Christian Standard Bible The next morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. American Standard Version And it came to pass in the morning, that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Contemporary English Version Early the next morning, David wrote a letter and told Uriah to deliver it to Joab. English Revised Version And it came to pass in the morning, that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. GOD'S WORD® Translation In the morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. Good News Translation The next morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it by Uriah. International Standard Version The next morning, David sent a message to Joab that Uriah took with him in his hand. NET Bible In the morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. New Heart English Bible It happened in the morning, that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Webster's Bible Translation And it came to pass in the morning, that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe next morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. World English Bible In the morning, David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd it comes to pass in the morning that David writes a letter to Joab and sends [it] by the hand of Uriah; Berean Literal Bible And it came to pass in the morning that David wrote a letter to Joab, and he sent it by the hand of Uriah. Young's Literal Translation And it cometh to pass in the morning, that David writeth a letter unto Joab, and sendeth by the hand of Uriah; Smith's Literal Translation And it will be in the morning, and David will write a letter to Joab, and send by the hand of Uriah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when the morning was come, David wrote a letter to Joab: and sent it by the hand of Urias, Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, when morning arrived, David wrote a letter to Joab. And he sent it by the hand of Uriah, New American Bible The next morning David wrote a letter to Joab which he sent by Uriah. New Revised Standard Version In the morning David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd in the morning. David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And at dawn David wrote a letter to Yuab, and he sent it by the hand of Uriah OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And it came to pass in the morning, that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the morning came, and David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Urias. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David Arranges Uriah's Death14 The next morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. 15In the letter he wrote: “Put Uriah at the front of the fiercest battle; then withdraw from him, so that he may be struck down and killed.”… Cross References The next morning Exodus 32:6 So the next day they arose, offered burnt offerings, and presented peace offerings. And the people sat down to eat and drink and got up to indulge in revelry. Genesis 22:3 So Abraham got up early the next morning, saddled his donkey, and took along two of his servants and his son Isaac. He split the wood for a burnt offering and set out for the place God had designated. Luke 24:1 On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women came to the tomb, bringing the spices they had prepared. David wrote a letter 2 Kings 10:1-2 Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria to the officials of Jezreel, to the elders, and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, saying: / “When this letter arrives, since your master’s sons are with you and you have chariots and horses, a fortified city and weaponry, Jeremiah 29:1 This is the text of the letter that Jeremiah the prophet sent from Jerusalem to the surviving elders among the exiles and to the priests, the prophets, and all the others Nebuchadnezzar had carried into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon. Esther 8:9-10 At once the royal scribes were summoned, and on the twenty-third day of the third month (the month of Sivan), they recorded all of Mordecai’s orders to the Jews and to the satraps, governors, and princes of the 127 provinces from India to Cush—writing to each province in its own script, to every people in their own language, and to the Jews in their own script and language. / Mordecai wrote in the name of King Xerxes and sealed it with the royal signet ring. He sent the documents by mounted couriers riding on swift horses bred from the royal mares. to Joab 2 Samuel 18:5 Now the king had commanded Joab, Abishai, and Ittai, “Treat the young man Absalom gently for my sake.” And all the people heard the king’s orders to each of the commanders regarding Absalom. 2 Samuel 24:2 So the king said to Joab the commander of his army, who was with him, “Go now throughout the tribes of Israel from Dan to Beersheba and register the troops, so that I may know their number.” 1 Kings 2:5 Moreover, you know what Joab son of Zeruiah did to me—what he did to Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether, the two commanders of the armies of Israel. He killed them in peacetime to avenge the blood of war. He stained with the blood of war the belt around his waist and the sandals on his feet. and sent it with Uriah. 1 Kings 21:9-10 In the letters she wrote: “Proclaim a fast and give Naboth a seat of honor among the people. / But seat two scoundrels opposite him and have them testify, ‘You have cursed both God and the king!’ Then take him out and stone him to death.” 2 Kings 19:14 So Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers, read it, and went up to the house of the LORD and spread it out before the LORD. Jeremiah 29:3 The letter was entrusted to Elasah son of Shaphan and Gemariah son of Hilkiah, whom Zedekiah king of Judah sent to King Nebuchadnezzar in Babylon. It stated: 2 Samuel 12:9 Why then have you despised the command of the LORD by doing evil in His sight? You put Uriah the Hittite to the sword and took his wife as your own. You have slain him with the sword of the Ammonites. 1 Kings 21:8-10 Then Jezebel wrote letters in Ahab’s name, sealed them with his seal, and sent them to the elders and nobles who lived with Naboth in his city. / In the letters she wrote: “Proclaim a fast and give Naboth a seat of honor among the people. / But seat two scoundrels opposite him and have them testify, ‘You have cursed both God and the king!’ Then take him out and stone him to death.” Psalm 51:1-4 For the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. When Nathan the prophet came to him after his adultery with Bathsheba. Have mercy on me, O God, according to Your loving devotion; according to Your great compassion, blot out my transgressions. / Wash me clean of my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. / For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. … Genesis 4:8 Then Cain said to his brother Abel, “Let us go out to the field.” And while they were in the field, Cain rose up against his brother Abel and killed him. Treasury of Scripture And it came to pass in the morning, that David wrote a letter to Joab, and sent it by the hand of Uriah. 1 Kings 21:8-10 So she wrote letters in Ahab's name, and sealed them with his seal, and sent the letters unto the elders and to the nobles that were in his city, dwelling with Naboth… Psalm 19:13 Keep back thy servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me: then shall I be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great transgression. Psalm 52:2 Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp rasor, working deceitfully. Jump to Previous David Hand Joab Jo'ab Letter Morning Uriah Uri'ah Urijah Writeth WroteJump to Next David Hand Joab Jo'ab Letter Morning Uriah Uri'ah Urijah Writeth Wrote2 Samuel 11 1. While Joab besieges Rabbah, David commits adultery with Bathsheba6. Uriah, sent for by David to cover the adultery, would not go home. 14. He carries to Joab the letter of his death 18. Joab sends the news thereof to David 26. David takes Bathsheba as his wife The next morning This phrase indicates the immediacy of David's actions following his encounter with Bathsheba. It reflects a sense of urgency and determination to resolve the situation he created. In biblical narratives, mornings often symbolize new beginnings or decisive actions (Genesis 19:27, Exodus 24:4). David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe King of Israel, who is orchestrating a plan to cover up his sin with Bathsheba by sending Uriah to the front lines of battle. 2. Joab The commander of David's army, who receives the letter from David instructing him to place Uriah in a dangerous battle position. 3. Uriah A Hittite and one of David's mighty men, who is unknowingly carrying his own death warrant back to the battlefield. 4. Bathsheba The wife of Uriah, with whom David committed adultery, setting off the chain of events leading to this moment. 5. Jerusalem The city where David resides and from where he sends the letter to Joab. Teaching Points The Deceptive Nature of SinSin often leads to further sin. David's initial sin of adultery led to deceit and murder. We must be vigilant in recognizing and repenting of sin early. The Responsibility of Leadership As a leader, David's actions had far-reaching consequences. Leaders are called to a higher standard and must act with integrity. The Importance of Accountability David lacked accountability at this moment. We need others in our lives who can speak truth to us and hold us accountable. The Consequences of Sin Sin has consequences not only for the sinner but also for those around them. Understanding this can motivate us to pursue righteousness. The Hope of Repentance Despite the gravity of his sin, David's account also includes repentance and forgiveness. God's grace is available to all who truly repent. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 11:14?2. How does 2 Samuel 11:14 illustrate the consequences of sin and deception? 3. What role does authority play in David's actions in 2 Samuel 11:14? 4. How can we guard against misusing power as seen in 2 Samuel 11:14? 5. What other biblical examples show the dangers of deceitful plans like in 2 Samuel 11:14? 6. How can believers seek accountability to prevent actions like those in 2 Samuel 11:14? 7. Why did David choose to send Uriah's death order in 2 Samuel 11:14? 8. How does 2 Samuel 11:14 reflect on David's character as a leader? 9. What does 2 Samuel 11:14 reveal about the nature of sin and temptation? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 11? 11. When did David bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem? Before defeating the Philistines or after? After (2 Samuel 5 and 6) Before (I Chronicles 13 and 14) 12. How can the events of 2 Samuel 11 be reconciled with the traditional portrayal of David as a man after God’s own heart? 13. How do natural and moral evils differ? 14. Why does King David, described elsewhere as righteous (1 Kings 15:5), resort to deceit and murder in 2 Samuel 11:14–17? What Does 2 Samuel 11:14 Mean The next morning• “The next morning” (2 Samuel 11:14) shows David moving quickly after a restless night of concealed sin (compare Psalm 32:3–4). • Sin seldom pauses; it presses for resolution. David’s haste echoes Pharaoh rising “during the night” to chase Israel (Exodus 12:30–31) and Ahab’s early plotting against Naboth (1 Kings 21:16). • Morning, meant for new mercies (Lamentations 3:22–23), is here seized for darker purposes, illustrating how rebellion warps good gifts. David wrote a letter • Kings were to write “a copy of this law” to guide them (Deuteronomy 17:18–20), yet David uses his pen to violate that very law. • Like Ahab’s letters ordering Naboth’s death (1 Kings 21:8–10), David’s royal script becomes an instrument of injustice. • The contrast is stark with earlier moments when David’s words brought life—singing psalms (2 Samuel 22:1)—now his words usher death (Proverbs 18:21). To Joab • Joab, commander and nephew, had previously fought for David’s righteous causes (2 Samuel 10:7–14). • David’s command chain is co-opted for personal cover-up, anticipating Joab’s later readiness to kill Absalom against David’s wishes (2 Samuel 18:14). Sin entangles others (Romans 14:13). • Entrusting Joab with this scheme betrays the standard David once set when he refused to harm Saul, saying, “The LORD forbid that I should stretch out my hand against the LORD’s anointed” (1 Samuel 26:11). And sent it with Uriah • The loyal soldier becomes courier of his own death warrant—“Set Uriah at the front” (2 Samuel 11:15). • Uriah’s integrity had shone the previous day when he would not enjoy home comforts while fellow soldiers camped in the open (2 Samuel 11:11). • This grim twist foreshadows Christ, the sinless One bearing what would lead to His death, though unlike Uriah, Jesus knowingly embraced the cup (John 18:11; 2 Corinthians 5:21). • David’s choice underscores James 1:14–15: desire conceives sin, sin grows, and “sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.” summary 2 Samuel 11:14 captures the moment David’s private compromise matures into calculated murder. Morning light cannot cleanse a heart set on concealment. The king’s pen writes what the king’s heart has already decided, dragging Joab into complicity and betraying faithful Uriah. The verse warns that unchecked desire hardens quickly into deliberate action, yet it also prepares the stage for God’s confrontation (2 Samuel 12:7) and eventual forgiveness (Psalm 51), reminding us that even grievous sin is not beyond the reach of divine mercy when confessed. (14) Sent it by the hand of Uriah.--The brave soldier is made the bearer of his own death-warrant, and his well-known valour for his king is to be the means of accomplishing his destruction, to relieve that king of the consequences of his crime, which also involved a great wrong to himself. No reason is given to Joab for this order, but as a loyal and somewhat unscrupulous general he obeys without question.Verse 14. - David wrote a letter. David now uses the knowledge he had acquired in the schools of the prophets for vicious purposes. For it to be a blessing, knowledge must be sanctified to holy use. The letter would conceal from Joab the truth, and only let him know that Uriah, during his visit to Jerusalem, had incurred the king's serious displeasure; and we may be quite sure that Joab would be very indignant when he learned, as he certainly soon would, that David had made him his tool, and caused him to murder one of "the mighties" in order to cover the shame of his adultery. The only fair side of the picture is that it shews the high state of morality among the people. The crimes of kings and great men are usually lightly pardoned, and especially that of adultery. Even in our own and other Christian countries this is the case; but David has to resort to extreme measures rather than face the indignation of his subjects. Unfortunately, the shedding of blood was not looked upon with equal horror. Possibly the leaving it to the relatives to requite it made the suppression of murder the business, not of the state, but of "the avenger of blood." At all events, Joab without much compunction carries out David's orders, caring to know no more than that Uriah was out of favour. And what is more extraordinary, David remains utterly callous for a whole twelvemonth (see 2 Samuel 12:15), and his conscience does not even smite him for the additional meanness of sending the order for Uriah's murder by the hand of the injured man himself.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The next morningבַבֹּ֔קֶר (ḇab·bō·qer) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1242: Dawn, morning David דָּוִ֛ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse wrote וַיִּכְתֹּ֥ב (way·yiḵ·tōḇ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3789: To grave, to write a letter סֵ֖פֶר (sê·p̄er) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5612: A missive, document, writing, book to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Joab יוֹאָ֑ב (yō·w·’āḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3097: Joab -- 'the LORD is father', three Israelites and sent וַיִּשְׁלַ֖ח (way·yiš·laḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out it with Uriah. אוּרִיָּֽה׃ (’ū·rî·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 223: Uriah -- 'flame of Yah', the name of a Hittite and of two Israelites Links 2 Samuel 11:14 NIV2 Samuel 11:14 NLT 2 Samuel 11:14 ESV 2 Samuel 11:14 NASB 2 Samuel 11:14 KJV 2 Samuel 11:14 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 11:14 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 11:14 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 11:14 French Bible 2 Samuel 11:14 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 11:14 It happened in the morning that David (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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