Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Now Barzillai was very old, eighty years of age. He had provided for the king during his stay in Mahanaim, for he was a very wealthy man. New Living Translation He was very old—eighty years of age—and very wealthy. He was the one who had provided food for the king during his stay in Mahanaim. English Standard Version Barzillai was a very aged man, eighty years old. He had provided the king with food while he stayed at Mahanaim, for he was a very wealthy man. Berean Standard Bible Barzillai was quite old, eighty years of age, and since he was a very wealthy man, he had provided for the king while he stayed in Mahanaim. King James Bible Now Barzillai was a very aged man, even fourscore years old: and he had provided the king of sustenance while he lay at Mahanaim; for he was a very great man. New King James Version Now Barzillai was a very aged man, eighty years old. And he had provided the king with supplies while he stayed at Mahanaim, for he was a very rich man. New American Standard Bible Barzillai was very old: eighty years old; and he had provided the king food while he stayed in Mahanaim, for he was a very great man. NASB 1995 Now Barzillai was very old, being eighty years old; and he had sustained the king while he stayed at Mahanaim, for he was a very great man. NASB 1977 Now Barzillai was very old, being eighty years old; and he had sustained the king while he stayed at Mahanaim, for he was a very great man. Legacy Standard Bible Now Barzillai was very old, being eighty years old; and he had sustained the king while he stayed at Mahanaim, for he was a very great man. Amplified Bible Barzillai was a very old man, eighty years old; and he had provided the king with food while he stayed at Mahanaim, for he was a very great and wealthy man. Christian Standard Bible Barzillai was a very old man—eighty years old—and since he was a very wealthy man, he had provided for the needs of the king while he stayed in Mahanaim. Holman Christian Standard Bible Barzillai was a very old man—80 years old—and since he was a very wealthy man, he had provided for the needs of the king while he stayed in Mahanaim. American Standard Version Now Barzillai was a very aged man, even fourscore years old: and he had provided the king with sustenance while he lay at Mahanaim; for he was a very great man. Contemporary English Version Barzillai was 80 years old. He was very rich and had sent food to David in Mahanaim. English Revised Version Now Barzillai was a very aged man, even fourscore years old: and he had provided the king with sustenance while he lay at Mahanaim; for he was a very great man. GOD'S WORD® Translation Barzillai was an elderly man, 80 years old. Because he was a very rich man, he had provided the king with food while he was staying at Mahanaim. Good News Translation Barzillai was a very old man, eighty years old. He was very rich and had supplied the king with food while he was staying at Mahanaim. International Standard Version Now Barzillai was a very old man at the age of 80 years. A very wealthy man, Barzillai had provided for king David during his sojourn in Mahanaim. Majority Standard Bible Barzillai was quite old, eighty years of age, and since he was a very wealthy man, he had provided for the king while he stayed in Mahanaim. NET Bible But Barzillai was very old--eighty years old, in fact--and he had taken care of the king when he stayed in Mahanaim, for he was a very rich man. New Heart English Bible Now Barzillai was a very old man, eighty years old; and he had provided for the king while he was staying at Mahanaim, for he was a very rich man. Webster's Bible Translation Now Barzillai was a very aged man, even eighty years old: and he had provided the king with sustenance while he lay at Mahanaim: for he was a very great man. World English Bible Now Barzillai was a very aged man, even eighty years old. He had provided the king with sustenance while he stayed at Mahanaim, for he was a very great man. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Barzillai [is] very aged, a son of eighty years, and he has sustained the king in his abiding in Mahanaim, for he [is] a very great man; Young's Literal Translation and Barzillai is very aged, a son of eighty years, and he hath sustained the king in his abiding in Mahanaim, for he is a very great man; Smith's Literal Translation And Barzillai a very old man, the son of eighty years: and he nourished the king in his dwelling in the two camps, for he was an exceeding great man. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow Berzellai the Galaadite was of a great age, that is to say, fourscore years old, and he provided the king with sustenance when he abode in the camp: for he was a man exceeding rich. Catholic Public Domain Version Now Barzillai the Gileadite was very old, that is, eighty years old. And he provided the king with sustenance when he was staying at the encampment. For indeed, he was an exceedingly rich man. New American Bible It was Barzillai, a very old man of eighty, who had provided for the king during his stay in Mahanaim; he was a very great man. New Revised Standard Version Barzillai was a very aged man, eighty years old. He had provided the king with food while he stayed at Mahanaim, for he was a very wealthy man. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNow Barzillai was a very aged man, eighty years old; and he had provided the king with food while he remained at Mahanaim; for he was a very wealthy man. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Barzali was very old and was a son of eighty years, and he had sustained the King when he had dwelt in Makhnim because he was a great man OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now Barzillai was a very aged man, even fourscore years old; and he had provided the king with sustenance while he lay at Mahanaim; for he was a very great man. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Berzelli was a very old man, eighty years old; and he had maintained the king when he dwelt in Manaim; for he was a very great man. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David's Kindness to Barzillai31Now Barzillai the Gileadite had come down from Rogelim to cross the Jordan with the king and send him on his way from there. 32Barzillai was quite old, eighty years of age, and since he was a very wealthy man, he had provided for the king while he stayed in Mahanaim. 33The king said to Barzillai, “Cross over with me, and I will provide for you at my side in Jerusalem.”… Cross References 2 Samuel 17:27-29 When David came to Mahanaim, he was met by Shobi son of Nahash from Rabbah of the Ammonites, Machir son of Ammiel from Lo-debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim. / They brought beds, basins, and earthen vessels, as well as wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils, / honey, curds, sheep, and cheese from the herd for David and his people to eat. For they said, “The people have become hungry, exhausted, and thirsty in the wilderness.” 1 Kings 2:7 But show loving devotion to the sons of Barzillai the Gileadite, and let them be among those who eat at your table, because they stood by me when I fled from your brother Absalom. Genesis 18:11 And Abraham and Sarah were already old and well along in years; Sarah had passed the age of childbearing. Genesis 24:1 By now Abraham was old and well along in years, and the LORD had blessed him in every way. Genesis 25:8 And at a ripe old age he breathed his last and died, old and contented, and was gathered to his people. Genesis 35:29 Then he breathed his last and died and was gathered to his people, old and full of years. And his sons Esau and Jacob buried him. Genesis 47:9 “My travels have lasted 130 years,” Jacob replied. “My years have been few and hard, and they have not matched the years of the travels of my fathers.” Joshua 14:10-11 Now behold, as the LORD promised, He has kept me alive these forty-five years since He spoke this word to Moses, while Israel wandered in the wilderness. So here I am today, eighty-five years old, / still as strong today as I was the day Moses sent me out. As my strength was then, so it is now for war, for going out, and for coming in. 1 Samuel 25:6 and say to him, ‘Long life to you, and peace to you and to your house and to all that belongs to you. 1 Chronicles 29:28 He died at a ripe old age, full of years, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigned in his place. Job 42:17 And so Job died, old and full of years. Psalm 92:14 In old age they will still bear fruit; healthy and green they will remain, Proverbs 16:31 Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is attained along the path of righteousness. Isaiah 46:4 Even to your old age, I will be the same, and I will bear you up when you turn gray. I have made you, and I will carry you; I will sustain you and deliver you. Luke 2:36-37 There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years, / and then was a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. Treasury of Scripture Now Barzillai was a very aged man, even fourscore years old: and he had provided the king of sustenance while he lay at Mahanaim; for he was a very great man. fourscore Genesis 5:27 And all the days of Methuselah were nine hundred sixty and nine years: and he died. Genesis 9:29 And all the days of Noah were nine hundred and fifty years: and he died. Genesis 25:7 And these are the days of the years of Abraham's life which he lived, an hundred threescore and fifteen years. provided 2 Samuel 17:27 And it came to pass, when David was come to Mahanaim, that Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammiel of Lodebar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim, for he was 1 Samuel 25:2 And there was a man in Maon, whose possessions were in Carmel; and the man was very great, and he had three thousand sheep, and a thousand goats: and he was shearing his sheep in Carmel. Job 1:3 His substance also was seven thousand sheep, and three thousand camels, and five hundred yoke of oxen, and five hundred she asses, and a very great household; so that this man was the greatest of all the men of the east. Jump to Previous Abiding Abode Age Aged Barzillai Barzil'lai Eighty Food Fourscore Great Lay Mahanaim Mahana'im Maintained Provided Sustained SustenanceJump to Next Abiding Abode Age Aged Barzillai Barzil'lai Eighty Food Fourscore Great Lay Mahanaim Mahana'im Maintained Provided Sustained Sustenance2 Samuel 19 1. Joab causes the king to cease his mourning9. The Israelites are earnest to bring the king back 11. David sends to the priest to incite them of Judah 18. Shimei is pardoned 24. Mephibosheth excused 32. Barzillai dismissed, and Chimham his son taken into the king's family 41. The Israelites expostulate with Judah for bringing home the king without them Barzillai was quite old, eighty years of age Barzillai's age signifies wisdom and experience, respected traits in ancient Israelite culture. His advanced age also highlights his long-standing loyalty and service, which would have been highly esteemed. In biblical terms, reaching such an age was often seen as a sign of God's blessing (Genesis 25:7-8). The mention of his age underscores the significance of his actions and the respect he commanded. and since he was a very wealthy man he had provided for the king while he stayed in Mahanaim Persons / Places / Events 1. BarzillaiA wealthy and elderly man from Rogelim who supported King David during Absalom's rebellion. His generosity and loyalty are highlighted in this passage. 2. King David The anointed king of Israel, who was in exile during Absalom's rebellion. Barzillai provided for him during this difficult time. 3. Mahanaim A city in the territory of Gad, east of the Jordan River, where David sought refuge during Absalom's rebellion. 4. Absalom's Rebellion A significant event where David's son, Absalom, attempted to overthrow his father and take the throne of Israel. Teaching Points The Value of GenerosityBarzillai's wealth was used to support God's anointed king. This teaches us the importance of using our resources to support God's work and His people. Loyalty in Times of Crisis Barzillai's support during David's time of need exemplifies true loyalty. We are called to stand by our leaders and friends, especially in difficult times. The Blessings of Faithfulness Barzillai's faithfulness to David resulted in blessings for his descendants. Our faithfulness to God and others can have lasting positive effects. Age and Wisdom Despite his age, Barzillai played a crucial role in supporting David. This reminds us that age does not limit our ability to serve and make a difference. Legacy of Kindness Barzillai's actions left a legacy of kindness that was remembered by David and passed on to Solomon. Our acts of kindness can leave a lasting impact on future generations.(32) Provided the king of sustenance.--An old use of the preposition "of," meaning with. The word is the same here as that translated in the next verse "feed thee," and there is an especial fitness in the use of the same word in both cases which is lost in the English Version. It is translated "nourish" in Genesis 45:11; Genesis 47:12; Genesis 1:21, &c., and "sustain" in 1Kings 17:9, Nehemiah 9:21, &c. The king proposes to return Barzillai's service in kind, but multiplied manifold. Hebrew Barzillaiוּבַרְזִלַּי֙ (ū·ḇar·zil·lay) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1271: Barzillai -- 'man of iron', three Israelites was quite מְאֹ֔ד (mə·’ōḏ) Adverb Strong's 3966: Vehemence, vehemently, wholly, speedily old, זָקֵ֣ן (zā·qên) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2204: To be or become old eighty שְׁמֹנִ֖ים (šə·mō·nîm) Number - common plural Strong's 8084: Eighty, eightieth years שָׁנָ֑ה (šā·nāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8141: A year of age, בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son and since כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction he was a very מְאֹֽד׃ (mə·’ōḏ) Adverb Strong's 3966: Vehemence, vehemently, wholly, speedily wealthy גָּד֥וֹל (gā·ḏō·wl) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent man, אִ֛ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person he וְהֽוּא־ (wə·hū-) Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are had provided כִלְכַּ֤ל (ḵil·kal) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3557: To keep in, to measure, to maintain for the king הַמֶּ֙לֶךְ֙ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king while he stayed בְּשִׁיבָת֣וֹ (ḇə·šî·ḇā·ṯōw) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7871: Residence in Mahanaim. בְמַחֲנַ֔יִם (ḇə·ma·ḥă·na·yim) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4266: Mahanaim -- 'two camps', a place East of the Jordan Links 2 Samuel 19:32 NIV2 Samuel 19:32 NLT 2 Samuel 19:32 ESV 2 Samuel 19:32 NASB 2 Samuel 19:32 KJV 2 Samuel 19:32 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 19:32 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 19:32 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 19:32 French Bible 2 Samuel 19:32 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 19:32 Now Barzillai was a very aged man (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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