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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/22.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/2_samuel/22.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />They confronted me in the day of my disaster, but the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/22.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />They attacked me at a moment when I was in distress, but the LORD supported me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_samuel/22.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />They confronted me in the day of my calamity, but the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/22.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />They confronted me in my day of calamity, but the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/22.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />They prevented me in the day of my calamity: but the LORD was my stay.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/22.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />They confronted me in the day of my calamity, But the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/22.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“They confronted me on the day of my disaster, But the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/22.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220They confronted me in the day of my calamity, But the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/22.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“They confronted me in the day of my calamity, But the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_samuel/22.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />They confronted me in the day of my disaster, But Yahweh was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_samuel/22.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“They came upon me in the day of my calamity, But the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_samuel/22.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They confronted me in the day of my calamity, but the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/22.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They confronted me in the day of my distress, but the LORD was my support. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_samuel/22.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />They came upon me in the day of my calamity; But Jehovah was my stay.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_samuel/22.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />On the day disaster struck, they came and attacked, but you defended me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_samuel/22.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />They came upon me in the day of my calamity: but the LORD was my stay.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_samuel/22.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />On the day when I faced disaster, they confronted me, but the LORD became my defense.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_samuel/22.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />When I was in trouble, they attacked me, but the LORD protected me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_samuel/22.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />They confronted me when I was in trouble, but the LORD remained my support!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_samuel/22.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />They confronted me in my day of calamity, but the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_samuel/22.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They confronted me in my day of calamity, but the LORD helped me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_samuel/22.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />They came on me in the day of my calamity, but the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_samuel/22.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />They fell upon me in the day of my calamity: but the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_samuel/22.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />They came on me in the day of my calamity, but Yahweh was my support. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/22.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />They are before me in a day of my calamity, "" And YHWH is my support,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_samuel/22.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> They are before me in a day of my calamity, And Jehovah is my support,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_samuel/22.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />They will anticipate me in the day of misfortune, And Jehovah will be a support to me:<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_samuel/22.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />He prevented me in the day of my affliction, and the Lord became my stay. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/22.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />He went before me in the day of my affliction, and the Lord became my firmament.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_samuel/22.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />They attacked me on a day of distress, but the LORD came to my support. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/22.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />They came upon me in the day of my calamity, but the LORD was my stay.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/22.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />They fell upon me in the day of my affliction; but the LORD became my succor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/22.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And they were in front of me on the day of my affliction, and LORD JEHOVAH was a helper to me<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_samuel/22.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />They confronted me in the day of my calamity; But the LORD was a stay unto me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_samuel/22.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The days of my affliction prevented me; but the Lord was my stay.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_samuel/22-19.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_0ajZHUzMKw?start=6820" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/2_samuel/22.htm">David's Song of Deliverance</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">18</span>He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from foes too mighty for me. <span class="reftext">19</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6923.htm" title="6923: yə·qad·də·mu·nî (V-Piel-Imperf-3mp:: 1cs) -- To come or be in front, meet. A primitive root; to project, i.e. Precede; hence, to anticipate, hasten, meet.">They confronted me</a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: bə·yō·wm (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">in my day</a> <a href="/hebrew/343.htm" title="343: ’ê·ḏî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Distress, calamity. From the same as 'uwd; oppression; by implication misfortune, ruin.">of calamity,</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.">but the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: way·hî (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">was</a> <a href="/hebrew/4937.htm" title="4937: miš·‘ān (N-ms) -- A support, a protector, sustenance. Or mishtan; from sha'an; a support, i.e. a protector or sustenance.">my support.</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- "></a> </span><span class="reftext">20</span>He brought me out into the open; He rescued me because He delighted in me.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-18.htm">Psalm 18:18</a></span><br />They confronted me in my day of calamity, but the LORD was my support.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/118-13.htm">Psalm 118:13</a></span><br />I was pushed so hard I was falling, but the LORD helped me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/59-19.htm">Isaiah 59:19</a></span><br />So shall they fear the name of the LORD where the sun sets, and His glory where it rises. For He will come like a raging flood, driven by the breath of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/27-2.htm">Psalm 27:2</a></span><br />When the wicked came upon me to devour my flesh, my enemies and foes stumbled and fell.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/41-11.htm">Psalm 41:11</a></span><br />By this I know that You delight in me, for my enemy does not triumph over me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/56-9.htm">Psalm 56:9</a></span><br />Then my enemies will retreat on the day I cry for help. By this I will know that God is on my side.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/142-6.htm">Psalm 142:6</a></span><br />Listen to my cry, for I am brought quite low. Rescue me from my pursuers, for they are too strong for me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/50-7.htm">Isaiah 50:7-9</a></span><br />Because the Lord GOD helps Me, I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set My face like flint, and I know that I will not be put to shame. / The One who vindicates Me is near. Who will dare to contend with Me? Let us confront each other! Who has a case against Me? Let him approach Me! / Surely the Lord GOD helps Me. Who is there to condemn Me? See, they will all wear out like a garment; the moths will devour them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-12.htm">Psalm 37:12-13</a></span><br />The wicked scheme against the righteous and gnash their teeth at them, / but the Lord laughs, seeing that their day is coming.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/71-10.htm">Psalm 71:10-11</a></span><br />For my enemies speak against me, and those who lie in wait for my life conspire, / saying, “God has forsaken him; pursue him and seize him, for there is no one to rescue him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/3-1.htm">Psalm 3:1-3</a></span><br />A Psalm of David, when he fled from his son Absalom. O LORD, how my foes have increased! How many rise up against me! / Many say of me, “God will not deliver him.” Selah / But You, O LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31</a></span><br />What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/4-8.htm">2 Corinthians 4:8-9</a></span><br />We are hard pressed on all sides, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; / persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-12.htm">Ephesians 6:12-13</a></span><br />For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. / Therefore take up the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you will be able to stand your ground, and having done everything, to stand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/4-17.htm">2 Timothy 4:17-18</a></span><br />But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message would be fully proclaimed, and all the Gentiles would hear it. So I was delivered from the mouth of the lion. / And the Lord will rescue me from every evil action and bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">They prevented me in the day of my calamity: but the LORD was my stay.</p><p class="hdg">prevented</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/15-10.htm">2 Samuel 15:10-13</a></b></br> But Absalom sent spies throughout all the tribes of Israel, saying, As soon as ye hear the sound of the trumpet, then ye shall say, Absalom reigneth in Hebron… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/19-11.htm">1 Samuel 19:11-17</a></b></br> Saul also sent messengers unto David's house, to watch him, and to slay him in the morning: and Michal David's wife told him, saying, If thou save not thy life to night, to morrow thou shalt be slain… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_samuel/23-26.htm">1 Samuel 23:26,27</a></b></br> And Saul went on this side of the mountain, and David and his men on that side of the mountain: and David made haste to get away for fear of Saul; for Saul and his men compassed David and his men round about to take them… </p><p class="hdg">the Lord</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/71-20.htm">Psalm 71:20,21</a></b></br> <i>Thou</i>, which hast shewed me great and sore troubles, shalt quicken me again, and shalt bring me up again from the depths of the earth… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/50-10.htm">Isaiah 50:10</a></b></br> Who <i>is</i> among you that feareth the LORD, that obeyeth the voice of his servant, that walketh <i>in</i> darkness, and hath no light? let him trust in the name of the LORD, and stay upon his God.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_samuel/12-11.htm">Calamity</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-6.htm">Confronted</a> <a href="/1_samuel/25-17.htm">Disaster</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-6.htm">Encountered</a> <a href="/2_samuel/21-22.htm">Fell</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-6.htm">Prevented</a> <a href="/2_samuel/3-12.htm">Support</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-7.htm">Trouble</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_samuel/24-16.htm">Calamity</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/26-18.htm">Confronted</a> <a href="/2_samuel/24-16.htm">Disaster</a> <a href="/psalms/18-5.htm">Encountered</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-39.htm">Fell</a> <a href="/job/3-10.htm">Prevented</a> <a href="/1_kings/1-7.htm">Support</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-28.htm">Trouble</a><div class="vheading2">2 Samuel 22</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_samuel/22-1.htm">David's psalm of thanksgiving for God's deliverance and blessings</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/22.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_samuel/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_samuel/22.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>They confronted me in my day of calamity</b><br>This phrase reflects a time of intense distress and opposition faced by David. The "day of calamity" can be understood as a period of severe trial or danger, possibly referring to the numerous battles and personal betrayals David experienced, such as Saul's pursuit or Absalom's rebellion. Biblically, calamity often signifies divine testing or judgment, as seen in Job's trials. The confrontation suggests an aggressive opposition, reminiscent of the spiritual battles believers face, as described in <a href="/ephesians/6-12.htm">Ephesians 6:12</a>, where the struggle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces.<p><b>but the LORD was my support</b><br>Here, David acknowledges God's sustaining power and presence during his trials. The term "support" implies a foundation or a source of strength, akin to the imagery of God as a rock or fortress found throughout the Psalms (e.g., <a href="/psalms/18-2.htm">Psalm 18:2</a>). This reliance on God is a recurring theme in David's life, illustrating a deep trust in divine providence. Theologically, this reflects the covenant relationship between God and His people, where God promises to be their protector and deliverer. This support is also a type of Christ, who is the ultimate source of strength and salvation for believers, as seen in <a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a>, where Paul declares he can do all things through Christ who strengthens him.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>The author of this song of deliverance, David is reflecting on God's faithfulness during times of adversity. He is the central figure in this passage, recounting his experiences and God's intervention.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/e/enemies.htm">Enemies</a></b><br>The adversaries who confronted David during his times of trouble. They represent the physical and spiritual challenges he faced throughout his life.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His faithfulness and support for David. Yahweh is portrayed as the ultimate deliverer and protector.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/d/day_of_calamity.htm">Day of Calamity</a></b><br>Refers to the various trials and tribulations David faced, including battles, personal betrayals, and threats to his kingship.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/support.htm">Support</a></b><br>The Hebrew word used here is "mish'en," which implies a firm support or a sustaining power, highlighting God's role as a reliable foundation for David.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_our_support.htm">God as Our Support</a></b><br>Just as God was David's support, He is our unchanging foundation. In times of trouble, we can rely on His strength and faithfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/facing_adversity_with_faith.htm">Facing Adversity with Faith</a></b><br>David's example teaches us to confront our challenges with confidence in God's deliverance. Our "day of calamity" can be transformed into a testimony of God's power.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_praise.htm">The Importance of Praise</a></b><br>David's song is a reminder to praise God not only after deliverance but also during trials, acknowledging His presence and support.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/recognizing_spiritual_battles.htm">Recognizing Spiritual Battles</a></b><br>While David faced physical enemies, we often face spiritual battles. <a href="/bsb/ephesians/6.htm">Ephesians 6</a> encourages us to put on the full armor of God, recognizing that our struggle is not against flesh and blood.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_timing.htm">Trust in God's Timing</a></b><br>David's deliverance came in God's perfect timing. We are encouraged to trust in God's plan and timing, even when we don't see immediate results.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_22.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 22</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_scientism_mean.htm">What does 'feet like a deer' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_the_key_events_in_1_samuel.htm">What are the key events in 1 Samuel?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_psalm_40_12_hyperbole_or_historical.htm">Does historical evidence show David or any Israelite king facing countless troubles as in Psalm 40:12, or is this hyperbole affecting historical accuracy?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/israel_and_judah's_kings.htm">Who were the kings of Israel and Judah?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/22-19.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">They confronted me</span><br /><span class="heb">יְקַדְּמֻ֖נִי</span> <span class="translit">(yə·qad·də·mu·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6923.htm">Strong's 6923: </a> </span><span class="str2">To project, precede, to anticipate, hasten, meet</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in my day</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּי֣וֹם</span> <span class="translit">(bə·yō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> </span><span class="str2">A day</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of calamity,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵידִ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·ḏî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_343.htm">Strong's 343: </a> </span><span class="str2">Oppression, misfortune, ruin</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֛ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיְהִ֧י</span> <span class="translit">(way·hî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my support.</span><br /><span class="heb">מִשְׁעָ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(miš·‘ān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4937.htm">Strong's 4937: </a> </span><span class="str2">A support, a protector, sustenance</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_samuel/22-19.htm">2 Samuel 22:19 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_samuel/22-19.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 22:19 They came on me in the day (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/22-18.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 22:18"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 22:18" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/22-20.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 22:20"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 22:20" /></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>