So Mephibosheth dwelt in Jerusalem: for he did eat continually at the king’s table; and was lame on both his feet.
So Mephibosheth lived in Jerusalem, because he ate regularly at the king's table, and he was disabled in both his feet.
This verse shows that Mephibosheth, despite his disability, was given a permanent place of honor at King David's table and lived in the royal city.
📚 Historical Context
Mephibosheth was the son of Jonathan and grandson of King Saul. When he was five years old, he became disabled in both feet when his nurse dropped him while fleeing news of Saul and Jonathan's deaths in battle. David sought him out to show kindness for Jonathan's sake, restoring his family's land and giving him a permanent place at the royal table - an extraordinary act of grace since kings typically eliminated potential rivals from previous dynasties.
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