But if he thus say, I have no delight in thee; behold, here am I, let him do to me as seemeth good unto him.
But if he says, 'I am not pleased with you,' then here I am, let him do to me whatever he thinks is right.
David is expressing complete surrender to God's will, saying that if God is not pleased with him, he accepts whatever consequences God chooses.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 2 Samuel, King David was fleeing Jerusalem due to a rebellion led by his son Absalom, who had cunningly won the loyalty of the people and sought to usurp the throne. As David escaped, he demonstrated profound submission to God's sovereignty, acknowledging that his fate rested entirely in God's hands. This moment highlights David's humility amid personal and political turmoil, reflecting his earlier experiences of God's guidance in his life.
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