2 Samuel 19:36 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Thy servant will go a little way over Jordan with the king: and why should the king recompense it me with such a reward?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Your servant will go just a short distance across the Jordan River with the king. Why should the king repay me with such a great reward?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The speaker is humbly saying that doing a small favor for the king doesn't deserve such generous repayment.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical narrative of 2 Samuel, King David is returning to Jerusalem after the defeat of his son Absalom's rebellion, during which he had fled across the Jordan River. Barzillai, an elderly and loyal supporter from Gilead, had provided food and supplies to David and his men during their exile, demonstrating great kindness in a time of crisis. Now, as David offers rewards to those who helped him, Barzillai humbly declines, stating he only wishes to accompany the king a short distance.

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