Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When one of the men saw what had happened, he told Joab, “I just saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree.” New Living Translation One of David’s men saw what had happened and told Joab, “I saw Absalom dangling from a great tree.” English Standard Version And a certain man saw it and told Joab, “Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak.” Berean Standard Bible When one of the men saw this, he told Joab, “I just saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree!” King James Bible And a certain man saw it, and told Joab, and said, Behold, I saw Absalom hanged in an oak. New King James Version Now a certain man saw it and told Joab, and said, “I just saw Absalom hanging in a terebinth tree!” New American Standard Bible When a certain man saw him, he informed Joab and said, “Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak.” NASB 1995 When a certain man saw it, he told Joab and said, “Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak.” NASB 1977 When a certain man saw it, he told Joab and said, “Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak.” Legacy Standard Bible Then a certain man saw it, he told Joab and said, “Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak.” Amplified Bible A certain man saw it and informed Joab, saying, “I saw Absalom hanging in a tree.” Christian Standard Bible One of the men saw him and informed Joab. He said, “I just saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree! ” Holman Christian Standard Bible One of the men saw him and informed Joab. He said, “I just saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree!"” American Standard Version And a certain man saw it, and told Joab, and said, Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak. Contemporary English Version and one of them went and told Joab, "I saw Absalom hanging in a tree!" English Revised Version And a certain man saw it, and told Joab, and said, Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak. GOD'S WORD® Translation A man who saw this told Joab, "I saw Absalom hanging in a tree." Good News Translation One of David's men saw him and reported to Joab, "Sir, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree!" International Standard Version When one of the soldiers saw what had happened, he told Joab, "I saw Absalom stuck in an oak tree!" Majority Standard Bible When one of the men saw this, he told Joab, ?I just saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree!? NET Bible When one of the men saw this, he reported it to Joab saying, "I saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree. New Heart English Bible And someone saw it and told Joab, and said, "Look, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak." Webster's Bible Translation And a certain man saw it, and told Joab, and said, Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak. World English Bible A certain man saw it, and told Joab, and said, “Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd one man sees, and declares [it] to Joab, and says, “Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak.” Young's Literal Translation And one man seeth, and declareth to Joab, and saith, 'Lo, I saw Absalom hanged in an oak.' Smith's Literal Translation And one man will see and announce to Joab, and say, Behold, I saw Absalom suspended in an oak. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd one saw this and told Joab, saying: I saw Absalom hanging upon an oak. Catholic Public Domain Version Then a certain one saw this and reported it to Joab, saying, “I saw Absalom hanging from an oak.” New American Bible Someone saw this and reported to Joab, “I saw Absalom hanging from an oak tree.” New Revised Standard Version A man saw it, and told Joab, “I saw Absalom hanging in an oak.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd a certain man saw it and told Joab and said, Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in an oak. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And a man saw and he told Yuab and he said: “I saw Abishlum as he hanged in a branch!” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And a certain man saw it, and told Joab, and said: 'Behold, I saw Absalom hanging in a terebinth.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And a man saw it, and reported to Joab, and said, Behold, I saw Abessalom hanging in an oak. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Absalom Killed…9Now Absalom was riding on his mule when he met the servants of David, and as the mule went under the thick branches of a large oak, Absalom’s head was caught fast in the tree. The mule under him kept going, so that he was suspended in midair. 10When one of the men saw this, he told Joab, “I just saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree!” 11“You just saw him!” Joab exclaimed. “Why did you not strike him to the ground right there? I would have given you ten shekels of silver and a warrior’s belt!”… Cross References Judges 9:53-54 But a woman dropped an upper millstone on Abimelech’s head, crushing his skull. / He quickly called his armor-bearer, saying, “Draw your sword and kill me, lest they say of me, ‘A woman killed him.’” So Abimelech’s armor-bearer ran his sword through him, and he died. 1 Samuel 31:4-5 Then Saul said to his armor-bearer, “Draw your sword and run me through with it, or these uncircumcised men will come and run me through and torture me!” But his armor-bearer was terrified and refused to do it. So Saul took his own sword and fell on it. / When his armor-bearer saw that Saul was dead, he too fell on his own sword and died with him. 2 Samuel 14:26 And when he cut the hair of his head—he shaved it every year because his hair got so heavy—he would weigh it out to be two hundred shekels, according to the royal standard. 2 Samuel 17:23 When Ahithophel saw that his advice had not been followed, he saddled his donkey and set out for his house in his hometown. He put his affairs in order and hanged himself. So he died and was buried in his father’s tomb. 1 Kings 1:52 And Solomon replied, “If he is a man of character, not a single hair of his will fall to the ground. But if evil is found in him, he will die.” 1 Kings 2:25 So King Solomon gave orders to Benaiah son of Jehoiada, and he struck down Adonijah and he died. 1 Kings 2:34 So Benaiah son of Jehoiada went up, struck down Joab, and killed him. He was buried at his own home in the wilderness. 1 Kings 2:46 Then the king commanded Benaiah son of Jehoiada, and he went out and struck Shimei down, and he died. Thus the kingdom was firmly established in the hand of Solomon. 2 Kings 9:24 Then Jehu drew his bow and shot Joram between the shoulders. The arrow pierced his heart, and he slumped down in his chariot. 2 Kings 11:15 And Jehoiada the priest ordered the commanders of hundreds in charge of the army, “Bring her out between the ranks, and put to the sword anyone who follows her.” For the priest had said, “She must not be put to death in the house of the LORD.” Psalm 7:15-16 He has dug a hole and hollowed it out; he has fallen into a pit of his own making. / His trouble recoils on himself, and his violence falls on his own head. Psalm 9:15 The nations have fallen into a pit of their making; their feet are caught in the net they have hidden. Psalm 37:15 But their swords will pierce their own hearts, and their bows will be broken. Matthew 27:5 So Judas threw the silver into the temple and left. Then he went away and hanged himself. Mark 14:44-46 Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The One I kiss is the man; arrest Him and lead Him away securely.” / Going directly to Jesus, he said, “Rabbi!” and kissed Him. / Then the men seized Jesus and arrested Him. Treasury of Scripture And a certain man saw it, and told Joab, and said, Behold, I saw Absalom hanged in an oak. Jump to Previous Absalom Ab'salom Declareth Hanged Hanging Joab Jo'ab Oak Terebinth TreeJump to Next Absalom Ab'salom Declareth Hanged Hanging Joab Jo'ab Oak Terebinth Tree2 Samuel 18 1. David viewing the armies in their march gives them charge of Absalom6. The Israelites are sorely smitten in the wood of ephraim 9. Absalom, hanging in an oak is slain by Joab, and cast into a pit 18. Absalom's place 19. Ahimaaz and Cushi bring tidings to David 33. David mourns for Absalom When one of the men saw this This phrase indicates the presence of soldiers or followers during the battle between David's forces and those of Absalom. The context is the civil war in Israel, where Absalom, David's son, has rebelled against his father. The "men" refers to David's troops, who were fighting in the forest of Ephraim. The forest setting is significant, as it was dense and treacherous, contributing to the chaos of the battle. The phrase suggests the importance of eyewitness testimony in the narrative, highlighting the role of individuals in the unfolding events. he told Joab “I just saw Absalom hanging in an oak tree!” Persons / Places / Events 1. AbsalomThe son of King David, known for his rebellion against his father. His ambition and pride led to his downfall. 2. Joab The commander of King David's army, a shrewd and sometimes ruthless military leader. 3. The Oak Tree The tree in which Absalom's hair got caught, leading to his vulnerable position and eventual death. 4. The Man An unnamed soldier who witnessed Absalom's predicament and reported it to Joab. 5. The Battle The conflict between the forces of David and those loyal to Absalom, culminating in Absalom's defeat. Teaching Points The Consequences of PrideAbsalom's account is a cautionary tale about the dangers of pride and ambition. His downfall was directly linked to his desire for power and recognition. The Importance of Obedience Absalom's rebellion against his father, King David, highlights the importance of obedience to God-ordained authority. Rebellion often leads to chaos and destruction. God's Sovereignty in Justice Despite Absalom's plans, God's justice prevailed. This reminds us that God is ultimately in control and will bring about justice in His timing. The Role of Witnesses The unnamed man who reported Absalom's situation to Joab played a crucial role in the unfolding events. This highlights the importance of being observant and truthful in our testimonies. The Tragic End of Sin Absalom's end serves as a reminder that sin, no matter how appealing it may seem, ultimately leads to death and separation from God. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew When oneאֶחָ֔ד (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first of the men אִ֣ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person saw this, וַיַּרְא֙ (way·yar) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see he told וַיַּגֵּ֖ד (way·yag·gêḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous Joab, לְיוֹאָ֑ב (lə·yō·w·’āḇ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3097: Joab -- 'the LORD is father', three Israelites “I just הִנֵּה֙ (hin·nêh) Interjection Strong's 2009: Lo! behold! saw רָאִ֣יתִי (rā·’î·ṯî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 7200: To see Absalom אַבְשָׁלֹ֔ם (’aḇ·šā·lōm) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 53: Absalom -- 'my father is peace', two Israelites hanging תָּל֖וּי (tā·lui) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular Strong's 8518: To suspend in an oak tree!” בָּאֵלָֽה׃ (bā·’ê·lāh) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 424: An oak, other strong tree Links 2 Samuel 18:10 NIV2 Samuel 18:10 NLT 2 Samuel 18:10 ESV 2 Samuel 18:10 NASB 2 Samuel 18:10 KJV 2 Samuel 18:10 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 18:10 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 18:10 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 18:10 French Bible 2 Samuel 18:10 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 18:10 A certain man saw it and told (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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