Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version David then took up residence in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built up the area around it, from the terraces inward. New Living Translation So David made the fortress his home, and he called it the City of David. He extended the city, starting at the supporting terraces and working inward. English Standard Version And David lived in the stronghold and called it the city of David. And David built the city all around from the Millo inward. Berean Standard Bible So David took up residence in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built it up all the way around, from the supporting terraces inward. King James Bible So David dwelt in the fort, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward. New King James Version Then David dwelt in the stronghold, and called it the City of David. And David built all around from the Millo and inward. New American Standard Bible So David lived in the stronghold, and called it the city of David. And David built all around from the Millo and inward. NASB 1995 So David lived in the stronghold and called it the city of David. And David built all around from the Millo and inward. NASB 1977 So David lived in the stronghold, and called it the city of David. And David built all around from the Millo and inward. Legacy Standard Bible Then David lived in the fortress and called it the city of David. And David built all around from the Millo and inward. Amplified Bible So David lived in the stronghold and called it the City of David. And he built all around [the surrounding area] from the Millo [fortification] and inward. Christian Standard Bible David took up residence in the stronghold, which he named the city of David. He built it up all the way around from the supporting terraces inward. Holman Christian Standard Bible David took up residence in the stronghold, which he named the city of David. He built it up all the way around from the supporting terraces inward. American Standard Version And David dwelt in the stronghold, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward. English Revised Version And David dwelt in the strong hold, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward. GOD'S WORD® Translation David lived in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built the city [of Jerusalem] around it from the Millo to the palace. Good News Translation After capturing the fortress, David lived in it and named it "David's City." He built the city around it, starting at the place where land was filled in on the east side of the hill. International Standard Version David occupied the fortress, naming it the City of David. He built up the surroundings from the terrace ramparts inward. Majority Standard Bible So David took up residence in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built it up all the way around, from the supporting terraces inward. NET Bible So David lived in the fortress and called it the City of David. David built all around it, from the terrace inwards. New Heart English Bible David lived in the stronghold, and called it the City of David. And he built a city all around from the Millo and inward. Webster's Bible Translation So David dwelt in the fort, and called it the city of David. And David built around from Millo and inward. World English Bible David lived in the stronghold, and called it David’s city. David built around from Millo and inward. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd David dwells in the fortress, and calls it the City of David, and David builds all around, from Millo and inward, Young's Literal Translation And David dwelleth in the fortress, and calleth it -- City of David, and David buildeth round about, from Millo and inward, Smith's Literal Translation And David will dwell in the fastness, and he will call it the city of David. And David will build round about from Millo and its house. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd David dwelt in the castle, and called it, The city of David: and built round about from Mello and inwards. Catholic Public Domain Version Then David lived in the stronghold, and he called it: the City of David. And he built it up on all sides, from Millo and inward. New American Bible David took up residence in the fortress which he called the City of David. David built up the city on all sides, from the Millo toward the center. New Revised Standard Version David occupied the stronghold, and named it the city of David. David built the city all around from the Millo inward. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo David dwelt in the fort, that is, Zion; and he called it the city of David. And David built round about the fort from within. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And David sat down in Metsruth this is Zion, and he called it “The City of David”, and David built around it from within OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And David dwelt in the stronghold, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward. Brenton Septuagint Translation And David dwelt in the hold, and it was called the city of David, and he built the city itself round about from the citadel, and he built his own house. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context David Conquers Jerusalem…8On that day he said, “Whoever attacks the Jebusites must use the water shaft to reach the lame and blind who are despised by David.” That is why it is said, “The blind and the lame will never enter the palace.” 9So David took up residence in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built it up all the way around, from the supporting terraces inward. 10And David became greater and greater, for the LORD God of Hosts was with him.… Cross References 1 Chronicles 11:7-9 So David took up residence in the fortress; that is why it was called the City of David. / He built up the city around it, from the supporting terraces to the surrounding wall, while Joab restored the rest of the city. / And David became greater and greater, for the LORD of Hosts was with him. 1 Kings 2:10-11 Then David rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. / The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem. 1 Kings 8:16 ‘Since the day I brought My people Israel out of Egypt, I have not chosen a city from any tribe of Israel in which to build a house so that My Name would be there. But I have chosen David to be over My people Israel.’ 1 Kings 15:4 Nevertheless, for the sake of David, the LORD his God gave him a lamp in Jerusalem by raising up a son to succeed him and to make Jerusalem strong. 1 Chronicles 14:1-2 Now Hiram king of Tyre sent envoys to David, along with cedar logs, stonemasons, and carpenters, to build a palace for him. / And David realized that the LORD had established him as king over Israel and had highly exalted his kingdom for the sake of His people Israel. 1 Chronicles 17:12-14 He will build a house for Me, and I will establish his throne forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. And I will never remove My loving devotion from him as I removed it from your predecessor. / But I will set him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.” 1 Chronicles 29:26-28 David son of Jesse was king over all Israel. / The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem. / He died at a ripe old age, full of years, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigned in his place. Psalm 48:1-2 A song. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised in the city of our God, His holy mountain. / Beautiful in loftiness, the joy of all the earth, like the peaks of Zaphon is Mount Zion, the city of the great King. Psalm 132:13-14 For the LORD has chosen Zion; He has desired it for His home: / “This is My resting place forever and ever; here I will dwell, for I have desired this home. Isaiah 2:3 And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. Isaiah 9:7 Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. Isaiah 11:1-2 Then a shoot will spring up from the stump of Jesse, and a Branch from his roots will bear fruit. / The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. Jeremiah 23:5-6 Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. / In His days Judah will be saved, and Israel will dwell securely. And this is His name by which He will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness. Ezekiel 37:24-25 My servant David will be king over them, and there will be one shepherd for all of them. They will follow My ordinances and keep and observe My statutes. / They will live in the land that I gave to My servant Jacob, where your fathers lived. They will live there forever with their children and grandchildren, and My servant David will be their prince forever. Matthew 1:1 This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: Treasury of Scripture So David dwelled in the fort, and called it the city of David. And David built round about from Millo and inward. city 2 Samuel 5:7 Nevertheless David took the strong hold of Zion: the same is the city of David. Millo Judges 9:6,20 And all the men of Shechem gathered together, and all the house of Millo, and went, and made Abimelech king, by the plain of the pillar that was in Shechem… 1 Kings 9:15,24 And this is the reason of the levy which king Solomon raised; for to build the house of the LORD, and his own house, and Millo, and the wall of Jerusalem, and Hazor, and Megiddo, and Gezer… 1 Kings 11:27 And this was the cause that he lifted up his hand against the king: Solomon built Millo, and repaired the breaches of the city of David his father. Jump to Previous Area Buildeth Building Built City David Dwelleth Dwelt Fort Fortress Hand Inward Living-Place Millo Naming Residence Round Starting Strong Stronghold Supporting Terraces TowerJump to Next Area Buildeth Building Built City David Dwelleth Dwelt Fort Fortress Hand Inward Living-Place Millo Naming Residence Round Starting Strong Stronghold Supporting Terraces Tower2 Samuel 5 1. The tribes come to Hebron and anoint David over Israel,4. David's age 6. Taking Zion from the Jebusites, he dwells in it 11. Hiram sends to David, 13. Eleven sons are born to him in Jerusalem 17. David, directed by God, smites the Philistines at Baal-perazim 22. And again at the mulberry trees So David took up residence in the fortress This phrase marks a significant moment in David's reign as king. The "fortress" refers to the stronghold of Zion, a Jebusite city that David captured, which is strategically located on a hill, providing a natural defense. This move signifies the establishment of Jerusalem as the political and spiritual center of Israel. The fortress symbolizes God's provision and protection, as David consolidates his rule over a united Israel. This act fulfills God's promise to David, establishing his kingdom and foreshadowing the eternal kingdom of Christ, who is often referred to as the Son of David. and called it the City of David. He built it up all the way around, from the supporting terraces inward. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe anointed king of Israel, who establishes his rule by taking residence in Jerusalem, which becomes known as the City of David. 2. The Fortress Refers to the stronghold of Zion, which David captures and makes his dwelling place, signifying the establishment of his kingdom. 3. City of David The name given to Jerusalem after David conquers it, marking it as the political and spiritual center of Israel. 4. Supporting Terraces These are the structures or fortifications that David builds up around the city, indicating his efforts to strengthen and secure his kingdom. 5. Jerusalem The city that becomes the capital of Israel under David's rule, symbolizing God's chosen place for His people. Teaching Points Establishing God's KingdomDavid's establishment of Jerusalem as the City of David is a model for how believers are to establish God's kingdom in their lives, prioritizing His presence and purposes. Spiritual Fortification Just as David built up the supporting terraces, Christians are called to fortify their spiritual lives through prayer, scripture, and community, ensuring a strong foundation in Christ. Significance of Place The transformation of Jerusalem into the City of David highlights the importance of dedicating our homes and communities to God, making them centers of worship and service. Leadership and Legacy David's actions in making Jerusalem his capital demonstrate the impact of godly leadership and the legacy it leaves for future generations. God's Sovereignty The establishment of Jerusalem as the City of David underscores God's sovereign plan in history, reminding believers of His control and purpose in their lives.(9) The fort.--The same word as strong hold in 2Samuel 5:7. Millo.--A word always used in Hebrew with the definite article (except in Judges 9:6; Judges 9:20), the Millo. It is probably an old Canaanitish name for the fortification on the northern end of Mount Zion, "inward" from which the palace was situated. Subsequent kings, as Solomon (1Kings 11:27) and Hezekiah (2Chronicles 32:5), saw its importance and added to its strength. On all other sides Zion was protected by precipitous ravines. There is, however, some difference of opinion about the topography of ancient Jerusalem. . . . Verse 9. - David dwelt in the fort. It was the stronghold or citadel of Zion which David took for his abode; but as he needed space for the dwellings of his mighty men, and for those who would soon flock for trade and security to the capital, David proceeded to fortify the whole of the summit. His works began from "the Millo," rendered "the citadel" by the LXX. Many, deriving the name from a Hebrew root signifying to fill, think that it was a mound, but Nature had herself supplied fit heights for defence, and it is evident that the place was called "the Millo" when David captured the city. We find "Beth-Millo" also in Judges 9:6, 20, where it signifies those who held the citadel of Shechem; and this Mills at Jerusalem was without doubt the old Jebusite keep, and the explanation of its name must be sought in the Jebusite language. As it formed one of the strongest defences of the city, it was rebuilt by Solomon (1 Kings 9:24; 1 Kings 11:27), and repaired by Hezekiah (2 Chronicles 32:5) in preparation for the Assyrian attack. Probably it stood at a corner, whence the phrase, "round about from the Millo and inward," or, as it is expressed in 1 Chronicles 11:8, "from the Millo inward," that is, starting from. the Millo, the walls enclosed the space behind it. In the parallel place (1 Chronicles 11:8) we find an interesting addition to the narrative, namely, that "Joab repaired the rest of the city." It appears from this that the Jebusites had occupied a good deal of the ground with their habitations, though probably the number of the tribe was not great; or possibly there remained old buildings which were the remains of the Hittite city, and which, being of massive construction, were easily made fit once again for human habitation. We see also proof of Joab's great ability in peace as well as in war. He it was who had captured the stronghold, and it was now his office to arrange the streets and plan of the city, and to assign dwellings to David's mighty men. This would be a work sure to cause jealousy and heart burnings, and no one but Joab, their old commander, could have satisfied them. We find that he assigned to one of them, Uriah the Hittite, a space of ground for a dwelling close to the royal palace. We may suppose, then, that David was now fully reconciled to the "hard sons of Zeruiah" (2 Samuel 3:39), and in the stern wars which followed David's election, he needed and had the full benefit of their vigour and ability.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So Davidדָּוִד֙ (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse took up residence וַיֵּ֤שֶׁב (way·yê·šeḇ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry in the fortress בַּמְּצֻדָ֔ה (bam·mə·ṣu·ḏāh) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4686: A net, capture, a fastness and called וַיִּקְרָא־ (way·yiq·rā-) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read it לָ֖הּ (lāh) Preposition | third person feminine singular Strong's Hebrew the City עִ֣יר (‘îr) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5892: Excitement of David. דָּוִ֑ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse He דָּוִד֙ (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse built it up וַיִּ֤בֶן (way·yi·ḇen) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1129: To build all the way around, סָבִ֔יב (sā·ḇîḇ) Adverb Strong's 5439: A circle, neighbour, environs, around from מִן־ (min-) Preposition Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of the supporting terraces הַמִּלּ֖וֹא (ham·mil·lō·w) Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4407: Millo -- a rampart, the citadel inward. וָבָֽיְתָה׃ (wā·ḇā·yə·ṯāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 1004: A house Links 2 Samuel 5:9 NIV2 Samuel 5:9 NLT 2 Samuel 5:9 ESV 2 Samuel 5:9 NASB 2 Samuel 5:9 KJV 2 Samuel 5:9 BibleApps.com 2 Samuel 5:9 Biblia Paralela 2 Samuel 5:9 Chinese Bible 2 Samuel 5:9 French Bible 2 Samuel 5:9 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Samuel 5:9 David lived in the stronghold and called (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) |
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