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The LORD gave David victory wherever he went. <a href="/nlt/2_samuel/8.htm">New Living Translation</a> Then he placed several army garrisons in Damascus, the Aramean capital, and the Arameans became David’s subjects and paid him tribute money. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. <a href="/esv/2_samuel/8.htm">English Standard Version</a> Then David put garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Syrians became servants to David and brought tribute. And the LORD gave victory to David wherever he went. <a href="/bsb/2_samuel/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. <a href="/kjv/2_samuel/8.htm">King James Bible</a> Then David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus: and the Syrians became servants to David, and brought gifts. And the LORD preserved David whithersoever he went. <a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/8.htm">New King James Version</a> Then David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus; and the Syrians became David’s servants, and brought tribute. So the LORD preserved David wherever he went. <a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Then David put garrisons among the Arameans of Damascus, and the Arameans became servants to David, bringing tribute. And the LORD helped David wherever he went. <a href="/nasb/2_samuel/8.htm">NASB 1995</a> Then David put garrisons among the Arameans of Damascus, and the Arameans became servants to David, bringing tribute. And the LORD helped David wherever he went. <a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Then David put garrisons among the Arameans of Damascus, and the Arameans became servants to David, bringing tribute. And the LORD helped David wherever he went. <a href="/lsb/2_samuel/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Then David placed garrisons among the Arameans of Damascus; and the Arameans became servants to David, bringing tribute. And Yahweh granted salvation to David wherever he went. <a href="/amp/2_samuel/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Then David put garrisons among the Arameans in Damascus, and the Arameans became his servants and brought tribute. The LORD helped David wherever he went. <a href="/csb/2_samuel/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became David’s subjects and brought tribute. The LORD made David victorious wherever he went. <a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became David&#8217s subjects and brought tribute. The LORD made David victorious wherever he went. <a href="/asv/2_samuel/8.htm">American Standard Version</a> Then David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus; and the Syrians became servants to David, and brought tribute. And Jehovah gave victory to David whithersoever he went. <a href="/cev/2_samuel/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> He left some of his soldiers in Damascus, and the Arameans had to accept David as their ruler and pay taxes to him. Everywhere David went, the LORD helped him win battles. <a href="/erv/2_samuel/8.htm">English Revised Version</a> Then David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus: and the Syrians became servants to David, and brought presents. And the LORD gave victory to David whithersoever he went. <a href="/gwt/2_samuel/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> David put troops in the Aramean kingdom of Damascus, and the Arameans became his subjects and paid taxes [to him]. Everywhere David went, the LORD gave him victories. <a href="/gnt/2_samuel/8.htm">Good News Translation</a> Then he set up military camps in their territory, and they became his subjects and paid taxes to him. The LORD made David victorious everywhere. <a href="/isv/2_samuel/8.htm">International Standard Version</a> David erected garrisons in the Aramean kingdom of Damascus, placing the Arameans under servitude to him, and they paid tribute to him. <a href="/msb/2_samuel/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. <a href="/net/2_samuel/8.htm">NET Bible</a> David placed garrisons in the territory of the Arameans of Damascus; the Arameans became David's subjects and brought tribute. The LORD protected David wherever he campaigned. <a href="/nheb/2_samuel/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Then David put garrisons in Aram of Damascus; and the Arameans became servants to David, and brought tribute. The LORD gave victory to David wherever he went. <a href="/wbt/2_samuel/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Then David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus: and the Syrians became servants to David, and brought gifts. And the LORD preserved David whithersoever he went. <a href="/web/2_samuel/8.htm">World English Bible</a> Then David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus; and the Syrians became servants to David, and brought tribute. Yahweh gave victory to David wherever he went. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and David puts garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and Aram is for a servant to David, carrying a present; and YHWH saves David wherever he has gone; <a href="/ylt/2_samuel/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and David putteth garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and Aram is to David for a servant, bearing a present; and Jehovah saveth David whithersoever he hath gone; <a href="/slt/2_samuel/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And David will put garrisons in Aram of Damascus: and Aram will be to David for servants, lifting up gifts. And Jehovah saved David in all which he went.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_samuel/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus: and Syria served David under tribute: and the Lord preserved David in all his enterprises, whithersoever he went. <a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And David positioned a garrison in Syria of Damascus. And Syria served David under tribute. And the Lord assisted David in all things whatsoever that he set out to accomplish. <a href="/nabre/2_samuel/8.htm">New American Bible</a> David then placed garrisons in the Damascus region of Aram, and the Arameans became David’s subjects, paying tribute. The LORD brought David victory in all his undertakings. <a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Then David put garrisons among the Arameans of Damascus; and the Arameans became servants to David and brought tribute. The LORD gave victory to David wherever he went.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Then David put governors in Edom and in Damascus; and the Edomites became servants to David and brought tribute. And the LORD preserved David wherever he went. <a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/8.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And David set up Governors at Adum, and in Darmsuq, Servants, raisers of tax for David, and LORD JEHOVAH saved David wherever he went<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/2_samuel/8.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> Then David put garrisons in Aram of Damascus; and the Arameans became servants to David, and brought presents. And the LORD gave victory to David whithersoever he went. <a href="/sep/2_samuel/8.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And David placed a garrison in Syria near Damascus, and the Syrians became servants and tributaries to David: and the Lord preserved David whithersoever he went. <a href="/parallel/2_samuel/8-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_0ajZHUzMKw?start=2052" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/8.htm">David's Triumphs</a> …5When the Arameans of Damascus came to help King Hadadezer of Zobah, David struck down twenty-two thousand men. 6<a href="/hebrew/1732.htm" title="1732: dā·wiḏ (N-proper-ms) -- Perhaps beloved one, a son of Jesse. Rarely; Daviyd; from the same as dowd; loving; David, the youngest son of Jesse.">Then he</a> <a href="/hebrew/7760.htm" title="7760: way·yā·śem (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To put, place, set. Or siym; a primitive root; to put.">placed</a> <a href="/hebrew/5333.htm" title="5333: nə·ṣi·ḇîm (N-mp) -- A pillar, prefect, garrison, post. Or ntsib; from natsab; something stationary, i.e. A prefect, a military post, a statue.">garrisons</a> <a href="/hebrew/758.htm" title="758: ba·’ă·ram (N-proper-fs) -- Syria and its inhab., also the names of a son of Shem, a grandson of Nahor, and an Isr. ">in Aram</a> <a href="/hebrew/1834.htm" title="1834: dam·me·śeq (Prep:: N-proper-fs) -- A city in Aram (Syria). Or Duwmeseq; or Darmeseq; of foreign origin; Damascus, a city of Syria.">of Damascus,</a> <a href="/hebrew/758.htm" title="758: ’ă·rām (N-proper-fs) -- Syria and its inhab., also the names of a son of Shem, a grandson of Nahor, and an Isr. ">and the Arameans</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: wat·tə·hî (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">became</a> <a href="/hebrew/5650.htm" title="5650: la·‘ă·ḇā·ḏîm (Prep-l:: N-mp) -- Slave, servant. From abad; a servant.">subject</a> <a href="/hebrew/1732.htm" title="1732: lə·ḏā·wiḏ (Prep-l:: N-proper-ms) -- Perhaps beloved one, a son of Jesse. Rarely; Daviyd; from the same as dowd; loving; David, the youngest son of Jesse.">to David</a> <a href="/hebrew/5375.htm" title="5375: nō·wś·’ê (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc) -- Or nacah ('abad); a primitive root; to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absol. And rel.">and brought him</a> <a href="/hebrew/4503.htm" title="4503: min·ḥāh (N-fs) -- From an unused root meaning to apportion, i.e. Bestow; a donation; euphemistically, tribute; specifically a sacrificial offering.">tribute.</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">So the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1732.htm" title="1732: dā·wiḏ (N-proper-ms) -- Perhaps beloved one, a son of Jesse. Rarely; Daviyd; from the same as dowd; loving; David, the youngest son of Jesse.">made David</a> <a href="/hebrew/3467.htm" title="3467: way·yō·ša‘ (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To deliver. A primitive root; properly, to be open, wide or free, i.e. to be safe; causatively, to free or succor.">victorious</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: bə·ḵōl (Prep-b:: N-ms) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">wherever</a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1980.htm" title="1980: hā·lāḵ (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- To go, come, walk. Akin to yalak; a primitive root; to walk.">he went.</a> 7And David took the gold shields that belonged to the officers of Hadadezer and brought them to Jerusalem.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/1_chronicles/18-6.htm">1 Chronicles 18:6</a> Then he placed garrisons in Aram of Damascus, and the Arameans became subject to David and brought him tribute. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. <a href="/1_kings/11-23.htm">1 Kings 11:23-25</a> And God raised up against Solomon another adversary, Rezon the son of Eliada, who had fled from his master, Hadadezer king of Zobah, / and had gathered men to himself. When David killed the Zobaites, Rezon captained a band of raiders and went to Damascus, where they settled and gained control. / Rezon was Israel’s enemy throughout the days of Solomon, adding to the trouble caused by Hadad. So Rezon ruled over Aram with hostility toward Israel. <a href="/1_kings/4-21.htm">1 Kings 4:21</a> And Solomon reigned over all the kingdoms from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt. These kingdoms offered tribute and served Solomon all the days of his life. <a href="/1_kings/4-24.htm">1 Kings 4:24</a> For Solomon had dominion over everything west of the Euphrates—over all the kingdoms from Tiphsah to Gaza—and he had peace on all sides. <a href="/1_chronicles/18-13.htm">1 Chronicles 18:13</a> He placed garrisons in Edom, and all the Edomites were subject to David. So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went. <a href="/psalms/60-8.htm">Psalm 60:8</a> Moab is My washbasin; upon Edom I toss My sandal; over Philistia I shout in triumph.” <a href="/psalms/108-9.htm">Psalm 108:9</a> Moab is My washbasin; upon Edom I toss My sandal; over Philistia I shout in triumph.” <a href="/2_samuel/7-9.htm">2 Samuel 7:9</a> I have been with you wherever you have gone, and I have cut off all your enemies from before you. Now I will make for you a name like that of the greatest in the land. <a href="/2_samuel/7-11.htm">2 Samuel 7:11</a> and have done since the day I appointed judges over My people Israel. I will give you rest from all your enemies. The LORD declares to you that He Himself will establish a house for you. <a href="/2_samuel/22-44.htm">2 Samuel 22:44</a> You have delivered me from the strife of my people; You have preserved me as the head of nations; a people I had not known shall serve me. <a href="/2_samuel/22-51.htm">2 Samuel 22:51</a> Great salvation He brings to His king. He shows loving devotion to His anointed, to David and his descendants forever.” <a href="/1_chronicles/22-18.htm">1 Chronicles 22:18</a> “Is not the LORD your God with you, and has He not granted you rest on every side? For He has given the inhabitants of the land into my hand, and the land has been subdued before the LORD and His people. <a href="/1_chronicles/29-25.htm">1 Chronicles 29:25</a> The LORD highly exalted Solomon in the sight of all Israel and bestowed on him royal majesty such as had not been bestowed on any king in Israel before him. <a href="/isaiah/14-2.htm">Isaiah 14:2</a> The nations will escort Israel and bring it to its homeland. Then the house of Israel will possess the nations as menservants and maidservants in the LORD’s land. They will make captives of their captors and rule over their oppressors. <a href="/isaiah/60-12.htm">Isaiah 60:12</a> For the nation or kingdom that will not serve you will perish; it will be utterly destroyed.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Then David put garrisons in Syria of Damascus: and the Syrians became servants to David, and brought gifts. And the LORD preserved David wherever he went.garrisons<a href="/2_samuel/8-14.htm">2 Samuel 8:14</a> And he put garrisons in Edom; throughout all Edom put he garrisons, and all they of Edom became David's servants. And the LORD preserved David whithersoever he went.<a href="/2_samuel/23-14.htm">2 Samuel 23:14</a> And David was then in an hold, and the garrison of the Philistines was then in Bethlehem.<a href="/1_samuel/13-3.htm">1 Samuel 13:3</a> And Jonathan smote the garrison of the Philistines that was in Geba, and the Philistines heard of it. And Saul blew the trumpet throughout all the land, saying, Let the Hebrews hear.became<a href="/2_samuel/8-2.htm">2 Samuel 8:2</a> And he smote Moab, and measured them with a line, casting them down to the ground; even with two lines measured he to put to death, and with one full line to keep alive. And so the Moabites became David's servants, and brought gifts.the Lord<a href="/2_samuel/8-14.htm">2 Samuel 8:14</a> And he put garrisons in Edom; throughout all Edom put he garrisons, and all they of Edom became David's servants. And the LORD preserved David whithersoever he went.<a href="/2_samuel/7-9.htm">2 Samuel 7:9</a> And I was with thee whithersoever thou wentest, and have cut off all thine enemies out of thy sight, and have made thee a great name, like unto the name of the great men that are in the earth.<a href="/1_chronicles/18-13.htm">1 Chronicles 18:13</a> And he put garrisons in Edom; and all the Edomites became David's servants. 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Damascus, a significant city in ancient Syria, was a vital trade and military hub. By establishing garrisons, David ensured a continued Israelite presence and influence, preventing rebellion and securing trade routes. This action reflects the broader biblical theme of God's people establishing dominion over the Promised Land and its surrounding territories, as seen in the conquest narratives of Joshua.and the Arameans became subject to David The subjugation of the Arameans under David's rule highlights the fulfillment of God's promise to give Israel victory over its enemies. Historically, the Arameans were a powerful group in the Near East, often in conflict with Israel. Their subjection indicates a significant shift in regional power dynamics, with Israel emerging as a dominant force. This aligns with the covenantal promises made to Abraham about his descendants possessing the gates of their enemies (<a href="/genesis/22-17.htm">Genesis 22:17</a>).and brought him tribute The tribute brought by the Arameans symbolizes their acknowledgment of David's authority and Israel's supremacy. In the ancient Near East, tribute was a common practice, signifying submission and alliance. This act of bringing tribute not only enriched Israel but also reinforced David's status as a powerful and respected king. It echoes the prophetic vision of nations bringing wealth to God's people, as seen in <a href="/isaiah/60-5.htm">Isaiah 60:5-6</a>.So the LORD made David victorious wherever he went This phrase underscores the divine favor and providence that accompanied David's reign. The victories attributed to the LORD's intervention highlight the theological theme of God as the ultimate source of success and protection for Israel. This divine assistance is reminiscent of God's promise to Joshua that He would be with him wherever he went (<a href="/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9</a>). It also prefigures the ultimate victory of Jesus Christ, the Son of David, who triumphs over sin and death, establishing an eternal kingdom.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a> The King of Israel, anointed by God, who led Israel to military victories and expanded its territory. 2. <a href="/topical/a/aram_of_damascus.htm">Aram of Damascus</a> A region in modern-day Syria, which was a significant power in the ancient Near East. David's victory over Aram signifies the expansion of Israel's influence. 3. <a href="/topical/a/arameans.htm">Arameans</a> The people of Aram, who became subjects to David after his military conquest. 4. <a href="/topical/g/garrisons.htm">Garrisons</a> Military outposts established by David to maintain control over conquered territories. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD</a> The God of Israel, who granted David victory and success in his military campaigns.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/d/divine_favor_and_leadership.htm">Divine Favor and Leadership</a> David's victories were not solely due to his military prowess but were a result of God's favor. As believers, we should seek God's guidance and favor in our endeavors, recognizing that true success comes from Him. <a href="/topical/e/establishing_god's_kingdom.htm">Establishing God's Kingdom</a> David's establishment of garrisons symbolizes the expansion of God's kingdom. In our lives, we are called to expand God's influence by living out our faith and sharing the Gospel. <a href="/topical/o/obedience_and_blessing.htm">Obedience and Blessing</a> David's obedience to God's commands led to blessings and victories. Similarly, our obedience to God's Word can lead to spiritual victories and blessings in our lives. <a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_success.htm">God's Sovereignty in Success</a> The LORD's role in David's victories reminds us of God's sovereignty. We should acknowledge His hand in our successes and remain humble, giving Him the glory.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 8</a> <a href="/q/why_are_the_arameans_significant.htm">What is the historical significance of the Arameans?</a> <a href="/q/how_is_david_both_brutal_and_godly.htm">How can one harmonize David’s brutal warfare in 2 Samuel 8 with the biblical depiction of him as a “man after God’s own heart?”</a> <a href="/q/how_large_was_king_david's_kingdom.htm">What was the extent of King David's kingdom?</a> <a href="/q/why_is_david's_kingdom_size_disputed.htm">Why do historical records suggest that David’s kingdom was much smaller than the Bible describes?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_samuel/8.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) Garrisons.--The primary meaning of this word in the original is something placed, and then placed over. Hence it comes to have the different derived meanings of officer in <a href="/1_kings/4-5.htm" title="And Azariah the son of Nathan was over the officers: and Zabud the son of Nathan was principal officer, and the king's friend:">1Kings 4:5</a>; <a href="/1_kings/4-19.htm" title="Geber the son of Uri was in the country of Gilead, in the country of Sihon king of the Amorites, and of Og king of Bashan; and he was the only officer which was in the land.">1Kings 4:19</a>; <a href="/2_chronicles/8-10.htm" title="And these were the chief of king Solomon's officers, even two hundred and fifty, that bore rule over the people.">2Chronicles 8:10</a>, and garrison (<a href="/1_samuel/10-5.htm" title="After that you shall come to the hill of God, where is the garrison of the Philistines: and it shall come to pass, when you are come thither to the city, that you shall meet a company of prophets coming down from the high place with a psaltery, and a tabret, and a pipe, and a harp, before them; and they shall prophesy:">1Samuel 10:5</a>; <a href="/1_samuel/13-3.htm" title="And Jonathan smote the garrison of the Philistines that was in Geba, and the Philistines heard of it. And Saul blew the trumpet throughout all the land, saying, Let the Hebrews hear.">1Samuel 13:3</a>), which is probably its meaning here.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_samuel/8.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 6. - Garrisons. This is the word used in <a href="/1_samuel/10-5.htm">1 Samuel 10:5</a> and 1 Sam 13:3. The Arameans were left free to manage their internal affairs themselves, but they had to pay tribute (see on ver. 2); and to prevent the assembling of troops to contest David's authority and shake off his yoke, garrisons were stationed in such places as commanded the country. The Philistines had done the same in Israel when they were masters there. <a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/8-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>Then he דָּוִ֤ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1732.htm">Strong's 1732: </a> David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse placed וַיָּ֨שֶׂם (way·yā·śem) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7760.htm">Strong's 7760: </a> Put -- to put, place, set garrisons נְצִבִים֙ (nə·ṣi·ḇîm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5333.htm">Strong's 5333: </a> Something stationary, a prefect, a military post, a statue in Aram בַּאֲרַ֣ם (ba·’ă·ram) Noun - proper - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_758.htm">Strong's 758: </a> Aram -- Syria of Damascus, דַּמֶּ֔שֶׂק (dam·me·śeq) Preposition | Noun - proper - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1834.htm">Strong's 1834: </a> Damascus -- a city in Aram (Syria) and the Arameans אֲרָם֙ (’ă·rām) Noun - proper - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_758.htm">Strong's 758: </a> Aram -- Syria became וַתְּהִ֤י (wat·tə·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> To fall out, come to pass, become, be subject לַעֲבָדִ֖ים (la·‘ă·ḇā·ḏîm) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5650.htm">Strong's 5650: </a> Slave, servant to David לְדָוִ֔ד (lə·ḏā·wiḏ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1732.htm">Strong's 1732: </a> David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse and brought him נוֹשְׂאֵ֣י (nō·wś·’ê) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5375.htm">Strong's 5375: </a> To lift, carry, take tribute. מִנְחָ֑ה (min·ḥāh) Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4503.htm">Strong's 4503: </a> A donation, tribute, a sacrificial offering So the LORD יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel made David דָּוִ֔ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1732.htm">Strong's 1732: </a> David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse victorious וַיֹּ֤שַׁע (way·yō·ša‘) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3467.htm">Strong's 3467: </a> To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor wherever בְּכֹ֖ל (bə·ḵōl) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> The whole, all, any, every he went. הָלָֽךְ׃ (hā·lāḵ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1980.htm">Strong's 1980: </a> To go, come, walk <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_samuel/8-6.htm">2 Samuel 8:6 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_samuel/8-6.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 8:6 Then David put garrisons in Syria (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/8-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 8:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 8:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/8-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 8:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 8:7" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>