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2 Samuel 17:22

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Then David arose, and all the people that were with him, and they passed over Jordan: by the morning light there lacked not one of them that was not gone over Jordan.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then David got up, along with all the people who were with him, and they crossed the Jordan River. By morning light, every single person had made it safely across the Jordan.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

David and his followers successfully escaped across the Jordan River, with everyone making it to safety by dawn.

📚 Historical Context

During King David's reign, his son Absalom led a rebellion against him, forcing David and his loyal followers to flee Jerusalem to avoid capture and conflict. This verse describes their successful crossing of the Jordan River under the cover of night, ensuring everyone escaped safely by morning, which was a pivotal moment in David's evasion strategy. It reflects the broader narrative of God's protection amid the consequences of David's earlier sins and family strife.

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