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For they said, &#8220The people have become exhausted and hungry and thirsty in the wilderness.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/2_samuel/17.htm">New Living Translation</a> honey, butter, sheep, goats, and cheese for David and those who were with him. For they said, “You must all be very hungry and tired and thirsty after your long march through the wilderness.” <a href="/esv/2_samuel/17.htm">English Standard Version</a> honey and curds and sheep and cheese from the herd, for David and the people with him to eat, for they said, “The people are hungry and weary and thirsty in the wilderness.” <a href="/bsb/2_samuel/17.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> 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.” <a href="/kjv/2_samuel/17.htm">King James Bible</a> And honey, and butter, and sheep, and cheese of kine, for David, and for the people that were with him, to eat: for they said, The people is hungry, and weary, and thirsty, in the wilderness. <a href="/nkjv/2_samuel/17.htm">New King James Version</a> honey and curds, sheep and cheese of the herd, for David and the people who were with him to eat. For they said, “The people are hungry and weary and thirsty in the wilderness.” <a href="/nasb_/2_samuel/17.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> honey, curds, sheep, and cheese of the herd, for David and the people who were with him, to eat. For they said, “The people are hungry and exhausted and thirsty in the wilderness.” <a href="/nasb/2_samuel/17.htm">NASB 1995</a> honey, curds, sheep, and cheese of the herd, for David and for the people who were with him, to eat; for they said, &#8220The people are hungry and weary and thirsty in the wilderness.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/2_samuel/17.htm">NASB 1977 </a> honey, curds, sheep, and cheese of the herd, for David and for the people who were with him, to eat; for they said, “The people are hungry and weary and thirsty in the wilderness.” <a href="/lsb/2_samuel/17.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> honey, curds, sheep, and cheese of the herd, for David and for the people who were with him, to eat; for they said, “The people are hungry and weary and thirsty in the wilderness.” <a href="/amp/2_samuel/17.htm">Amplified Bible</a> honey, cream, sheep, and cheese of the herd, for David and the people who were with him, to eat; for they said, “The people are hungry and weary and thirsty in the wilderness.” <a href="/csb/2_samuel/17.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> honey, curds, sheep, goats, and cheese from the herd for David and the people with him to eat. They had reasoned, “The people must be hungry, exhausted, and thirsty in the wilderness.” <a href="/hcsb/2_samuel/17.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> honey, curds, sheep, and cheese from the herd for David and the people with him to eat. They had reasoned, &#8220The people must be hungry, exhausted, and thirsty in the desert.&#8221 <a href="/asv/2_samuel/17.htm">American Standard Version</a> and honey, and butter, and sheep, and cheese of the herd, for David, and for the people that were with him, to eat: for they said, The people are hungry, and weary, and thirsty, in the wilderness. <a href="/erv/2_samuel/17.htm">English Revised Version</a> and honey, and butter, and sheep, and cheese of kine, for David, and for the people that were with him, to eat: for they said, The people is hungry, and weary, and thirsty, in the wilderness. <a href="/gwt/2_samuel/17.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> honey, buttermilk, sheep, and calves. They brought these things because they thought, "The troops in the desert are hungry, exhausted, and thirsty." <a href="/isv/2_samuel/17.htm">International Standard Version</a> honey, cheeses, sheep, and cheese made from cow's milk for David and his entourage because they had been reasoning, "The people are hungry, tired, and thirsty there in the wilderness." <a href="/msb/2_samuel/17.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> 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.? <a href="/net/2_samuel/17.htm">NET Bible</a> honey, curds, flocks, and cheese. For they said, "The people are no doubt hungry, tired, and thirsty there in the desert." <a href="/nheb/2_samuel/17.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> and honey, and curd of the flock, and cheese of the herd. And they presented them to David and to the people who were with him to eat. For they said, "The people are hungry and tired and thirsty in the wilderness." <a href="/wbt/2_samuel/17.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And honey, and butter, and sheep, and cheese of cows, for David, and for the people that were with him, to eat: for they said, The people are hungry, and weary, and thirsty, in the wilderness. <a href="/web/2_samuel/17.htm">World English Bible</a> honey, butter, sheep, and cheese of the herd, for David and for the people who were with him to eat; for they said, “The people are hungry, weary, and thirsty in the wilderness.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_samuel/17.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and honey, and butter, and sheep, and cheese of cows; they have brought [these] near for David, and for the people who [are] with him to eat, for they said, “Your people [are] hungry, and weary, and thirsty, in the wilderness.” <a href="/ylt/2_samuel/17.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and honey, and butter, and sheep, and cheese of kine, have brought nigh for David, and for the people who are with him to eat, for they said, 'Thy people is hungry, and weary, and thirsty, in the wilderness.' <a href="/slt/2_samuel/17.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And honey and curdled milk, and sheep, and cheeses of kine, they brought near for David and for the people which Are with him, to eat; for they said the people are hungry and faint and thirsty in the desert.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_samuel/17.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And honey, and butter, and sheep, and fat calves, and they gave to David and the people that were with him, to eat: for they suspected that the people were faint with hunger and thirst in the wilderness. <a href="/cpdv/2_samuel/17.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> and honey, and butter, sheep and fattened calves. And they gave these to David and to the people who were with him to eat. For they suspected that the people were faint with hunger and thirst in the desert. <a href="/nabre/2_samuel/17.htm">New American Bible</a> honey, and butter and cheese from the flocks and herds, for David and those who were with him to eat; for they said, “The people will be hungry and tired and thirsty in the wilderness.” <a href="/nrsvce/2_samuel/17.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> honey and curds, sheep, and cheese from the herd, for David and the people with him to eat; for they said, “The troops are hungry and weary and thirsty in the wilderness.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_samuel/17.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And honey and butter and sheep and cheese of cows, and offered them to David, and to the people who were with him, to eat; for they said, The people are hungry and weary and thirsty in the wilderness. <a href="/hpbt/2_samuel/17.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And they brought honey and butter and sheep and cheese of cows to David to eat and to the people who were with him, because they said: “The people are hungry and exhausted and parched with thirst in the wilderness!” <div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/2_samuel/17.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> and honey, and curd, and sheep, and cheese of kine, for David, and for the people that were with him, to eat; for they said: 'The people is hungry, and faint, and thirsty, in the wilderness.' <a href="/sep/2_samuel/17.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> and honey, and butter, and sheep, and cheeses of kine: and they brought them to David and to his people with him to eat; for one said, The people is faint and hungry and thirsty in the wilderness. <a href="/parallel/2_samuel/17-29.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=5071" 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/17.htm">Hushai's Warning Saves David</a> …28They brought beds, basins, and earthen vessels, as well as wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils, 29<a href="/hebrew/1706.htm" title="1706: ū·ḏə·ḇaš (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- Honey. From an unused root meaning to be gummy; honey; by analogy, syrup.">honey,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2529.htm" title="2529: wə·ḥem·’āh (Conj-w:: N-fs) -- Curd. Or chemah; from the same root as chowmah; curdled milk or cheese.">curds,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6629.htm" title="6629: wə·ṣōn (Conj-w:: N-cs) -- Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock. Or tsaown; from an unused root meaning to migrate; a collective name for a flock; also figuratively.">sheep,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8194.htm" title="8194: ū·šə·p̄ō·wṯ (Conj-w:: N-fsc) -- Perhaps cream. From shaphah in the sense of clarifying; a cheese.">and cheese</a> <a href="/hebrew/1241.htm" title="1241: bā·qār (N-ms) -- Cattle, herd, an ox. From baqar; beef cattle or an animal of the ox family of either gender; collectively, a herd.">from the herd</a> <a href="/hebrew/5066.htm" title="5066: hig·gî·šū (V-Hifil-Perf-3cp) -- To draw near, approach. "></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.">for David</a> <a href="/hebrew/5971.htm" title="5971: wə·lā·‘ām (Conj-w, Prep-l, Art:: N-ms) -- From amam; a people; specifically, a tribe; hence troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock.">and his people</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/854.htm" title="854: ’it·tōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- With (denoting proximity). Probably from 'anah; properly, nearness, near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/398.htm" title="398: le·’ĕ·ḵō·wl (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To eat. A primitive root; to eat.">to eat.</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">For</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: ’ā·mə·rū (V-Qal-Perf-3cp) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">they said,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5971.htm" title="5971: hā·‘ām (Art:: N-ms) -- From amam; a people; specifically, a tribe; hence troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock.">“The people</a> <a href="/hebrew/7457.htm" title="7457: rā·‘êḇ (Adj-ms) -- Hungry. From ra'eb; hungry.">have become hungry,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5889.htm" title="5889: wə·‘ā·yêp̄ (Conj-w:: Adj-ms) -- Faint, weary. From ayeph; languid.">exhausted,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6771.htm" title="6771: wə·ṣā·mê (Conj-w:: Adj-ms) -- Thirsty. From tsame'; thirsty.">and thirsty</a> <a href="/hebrew/4057.htm" title="4057: bam·miḏ·bār (Prep-b, Art:: N-ms) -- A pasture, a desert, speech. From dabar in the sense of driving; a pasture; by implication, a desert; also speech.">in the wilderness.”</a> <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_kings/17-6.htm">1 Kings 17:6</a> The ravens would bring him bread and meat in the morning and evening, and he would drink from the brook. <a href="/genesis/18-5.htm">Genesis 18:5</a> And I will bring a bit of bread so that you may refresh yourselves. This is why you have passed your servant’s way. After that, you may continue on your way.” “Yes,” they replied, “you may do as you have said.” <a href="/judges/19-19.htm">Judges 19:19</a> even though there is both straw and feed for our donkeys, and bread and wine for me and the maidservant and young man with me. There is nothing that we, your servants, lack.” <a href="/1_samuel/25-18.htm">1 Samuel 25:18</a> Then Abigail hurried and took two hundred loaves of bread, two skins of wine, five butchered sheep, five seahs of roasted grain, a hundred clusters of raisins, and two hundred cakes of figs. She loaded them on donkeys <a href="/1_kings/19-6.htm">1 Kings 19:6</a> And he looked around, and there by his head was a cake of bread baked over hot coals, and a jar of water. So he ate and drank and lay down again. <a href="/2_kings/4-42.htm">2 Kings 4:42</a> Now a man from Baal-shalishah came to the man of God with a sack of twenty loaves of barley bread from the first ripe grain. “Give it to the people to eat,” said Elisha. <a href="/nehemiah/5-18.htm">Nehemiah 5:18</a> Each day one ox, six choice sheep, and some fowl were prepared for me, and once every ten days an abundance of all kinds of wine was provided. But I did not demand the food allotted to the governor, because the burden on the people was so heavy. <a href="/isaiah/21-14.htm">Isaiah 21:14</a> Bring water for the thirsty, O dwellers of Tema; meet the refugees with food. <a href="/matthew/14-19.htm">Matthew 14:19-20</a> And He directed the crowds to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, He spoke a blessing. Then He broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. / They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. <a href="/mark/6-41.htm">Mark 6:41-42</a> Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, Jesus spoke a blessing and broke the loaves. Then He gave them to His disciples to set before the people. And He divided the two fish among them all. / They all ate and were satisfied, <a href="/luke/9-16.htm">Luke 9:16-17</a> Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, Jesus spoke a blessing and broke them. Then He gave them to the disciples to set before the people. / They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. <a href="/john/6-11.htm">John 6:11-12</a> Then Jesus took the loaves and the fish, gave thanks, and distributed to those who were seated as much as they wanted. / And when everyone was full, He said to His disciples, “Gather the pieces that are left over, so that nothing will be wasted.” <a href="/acts/2-46.htm">Acts 2:46</a> With one accord they continued to meet daily in the temple courts and to break bread from house to house, sharing their meals with gladness and sincerity of heart, <a href="/romans/12-13.htm">Romans 12:13</a> Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality. <a href="/1_corinthians/10-31.htm">1 Corinthians 10:31</a> So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And honey, and butter, and sheep, and cheese of cows, for David, and for the people that were with him, to eat: for they said, The people is hungry, and weary, and thirsty, in the wilderness.cheese of kine<a href="/1_samuel/17-18.htm">1 Samuel 17:18</a> And carry these ten cheeses unto the captain of their thousand, and look how thy brethren fare, and take their pledge.for David<a href="/luke/8-3.htm">Luke 8:3</a> And Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod's steward, and Susanna, and many others, which ministered unto him of their substance.<a href="/philippians/4-15.htm">Philippians 4:15-19</a> Now ye Philippians know also, that in the beginning of the gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church communicated with me as concerning giving and receiving, but ye only… to eat<a href="/2_samuel/17-2.htm">2 Samuel 17:2</a> And I will come upon him while he is weary and weak handed, and will make him afraid: and all the people that are with him shall flee; and I will smite the king only:<a href="/psalms/34-8.htm">Psalm 34:8-10</a> O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him… <a href="/psalms/84-11.htm">Psalm 84:11</a> For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.The people<a href="/judges/8-4.htm">Judges 8:4-6</a> And Gideon came to Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing them… <a href="/ecclesiastes/11-1.htm">Ecclesiastes 11:1,2</a> Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days… <a href="/isaiah/21-14.htm">Isaiah 21:14</a> The inhabitants of the land of Tema brought water to him that was thirsty, they prevented with their bread him that fled.in the wilderness<a href="/2_samuel/16-2.htm">2 Samuel 16:2,14</a> And the king said unto Ziba, What meanest thou by these? And Ziba said, The asses be for the king's household to ride on; and the bread and summer fruit for the young men to eat; and the wine, that such as be faint in the wilderness may drink… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/judges/5-25.htm">Butter</a> <a href="/1_samuel/17-18.htm">Cheese</a> <a href="/1_samuel/6-14.htm">Cows</a> <a href="/psalms/55-21.htm">Cream</a> <a href="/judges/5-25.htm">Curd</a> <a href="/judges/5-25.htm">Curds</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-27.htm">David</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-16.htm">Desert</a> <a href="/2_samuel/16-2.htm">Drink</a> <a href="/2_samuel/16-2.htm">Eat</a> <a href="/2_samuel/16-2.htm">Faint</a> <a href="/2_samuel/13-10.htm">Food</a> <a href="/2_samuel/12-4.htm">Herd</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-43.htm">Honey</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-5.htm">Hungry</a> <a href="/1_samuel/6-14.htm">Kine</a> <a href="/1_samuel/6-10.htm">Milk</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-28.htm">Needing</a> <a href="/2_samuel/15-5.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-16.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/2_samuel/13-24.htm">Sheep</a> <a href="/ruth/2-9.htm">Thirsty</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-2.htm">Tired</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-16.htm">Waste</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-2.htm">Weary</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-16.htm">Wilderness</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/job/20-17.htm">Butter</a> <a href="/job/10-10.htm">Cheese</a> <a href="/job/21-10.htm">Cows</a> <a href="/job/20-17.htm">Cream</a> <a href="/job/20-17.htm">Curd</a> <a href="/job/20-17.htm">Curds</a> <a href="/2_samuel/18-1.htm">David</a> <a href="/1_kings/2-34.htm">Desert</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-35.htm">Drink</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-28.htm">Eat</a> <a href="/2_samuel/21-15.htm">Faint</a> <a href="/2_samuel/19-32.htm">Food</a> <a href="/psalms/22-12.htm">Herd</a> <a href="/1_kings/14-3.htm">Honey</a> <a href="/2_kings/7-12.htm">Hungry</a> <a href="/jeremiah/50-27.htm">Kine</a> <a href="/job/3-12.htm">Milk</a> <a href="/isaiah/44-3.htm">Needing</a> <a href="/1_kings/2-1.htm">Nigh</a> <a href="/2_samuel/21-10.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/2_samuel/24-17.htm">Sheep</a> <a href="/job/5-5.htm">Thirsty</a> <a href="/2_kings/9-30.htm">Tired</a> <a href="/2_samuel/18-14.htm">Waste</a> <a href="/2_samuel/21-15.htm">Weary</a> <a href="/1_kings/2-34.htm">Wilderness</a><div class="vheading2">2 Samuel 17</div>1. <a href="/2_samuel/17-1.htm">Ahithophel's counsel is overthrown by Hushai's</a> 15. <a href="/2_samuel/17-15.htm">Secret intelligence is sent unto David</a> 23. <a href="/2_samuel/17-23.htm">Ahithophel hangs himself</a> 25. <a href="/2_samuel/17-25.htm">Amasa is made captain</a> 27. <a href="/2_samuel/17-27.htm">David at Mahanaim is furnished with provisions</a> </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>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <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> </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/17.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/17.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>honey Honey in ancient Israel was a valuable and nutritious food source, often symbolizing abundance and prosperity. It was a staple in the diet and used as a sweetener. In the context of <a href="/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29</a>, honey represents the generosity and care provided to David and his men during a time of need. This provision can be seen as a reflection of God's providence and care for His people, similar to how He provided manna in the wilderness (<a href="/exodus/16-31.htm">Exodus 16:31</a>).curds Curds, or thickened milk, were a common food in the ancient Near East, providing essential nutrients and energy. They were often consumed with bread and were a sign of hospitality and sustenance. The offering of curds to David and his men highlights the practical support given to them, ensuring they had the strength to continue their journey. This act of kindness can be compared to the hospitality shown by Abraham to the three visitors in <a href="/genesis/18-8.htm">Genesis 18:8</a>.sheep Sheep were a vital part of the agrarian economy in ancient Israel, providing meat, wool, and milk. The gift of sheep to David and his people signifies a substantial and sacrificial offering, as livestock were valuable assets. This gesture underscores the loyalty and support of David's allies during his flight from Absalom. Sheep are also significant in biblical typology, often representing sacrifice and pointing to Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God (<a href="/john/1-29.htm">John 1:29</a>).and cheese from the herd Cheese, made from the milk of sheep or goats, was another important food item, offering sustenance and nourishment. The mention of cheese from the herd indicates a well-prepared and thoughtful provision for David and his men. This reflects the care and concern of those who supported David, ensuring that he and his followers were well-fed and able to endure their hardships. The provision of cheese can be seen as an act of kindness and solidarity, reminiscent of the communal support found in the early church (<a href="/acts/2-44.htm">Acts 2:44-45</a>).for David and his people to eat The provision of food for David and his people highlights the importance of community and support during times of crisis. David, as the anointed king, was in a vulnerable position, and the sustenance provided by his supporters was crucial for his survival and the morale of his followers. This act of provision can be seen as a fulfillment of God's promise to care for His anointed and a foreshadowing of the ultimate provision found in Christ, who feeds His people spiritually (<a href="/john/6-35.htm">John 6:35</a>).For they said, “The people have become hungry, exhausted, and thirsty in the wilderness.” This statement acknowledges the dire condition of David and his men, who were fleeing from Absalom and facing the harsh realities of the wilderness. The wilderness is often a place of testing and reliance on God's provision, as seen in the Israelites' journey in the desert (<a href="/deuteronomy/8-2.htm">Deuteronomy 8:2-3</a>). The physical needs of hunger, exhaustion, and thirst emphasize the human vulnerability and dependence on God's provision, which is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, who offers rest and living water (<a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28</a>, <a href="/john/4-14.htm">John 4:14</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a> The anointed king of Israel, who is fleeing from his son Absalom during a time of rebellion. 2. <a href="/topical/a/absalom.htm">Absalom</a> David's son, who has usurped the throne and is pursuing David. 3. <a href="/topical/w/wilderness.htm">Wilderness</a> The harsh environment where David and his followers find themselves, symbolizing trials and testing. 4. <a href="/topical/s/supporters_of_david.htm">Supporters of David</a> Individuals who provide sustenance to David and his men, demonstrating loyalty and compassion. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_people.htm">The People</a> Refers to David's followers who are enduring hardship alongside him.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god's_provision_in_times_of_need.htm">God's Provision in Times of Need</a> Just as God provided for David and his men through the generosity of others, He continues to provide for His people today. Trust in God's provision, even in difficult circumstances. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_community_support.htm">The Importance of Community Support</a> The support David received highlights the importance of community and fellowship. In times of trial, believers are called to support one another, reflecting the love of Christ. <a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_adversity.htm">Faithfulness in Adversity</a> David's reliance on God and the loyalty of his followers serve as examples of faithfulness during adversity. Believers are encouraged to remain steadfast in their faith, trusting in God's plan. <a href="/topical/g/generosity_as_a_reflection_of_god's_love.htm">Generosity as a Reflection of God's Love</a> The generosity shown to David and his men is a model for how Christians should act towards others. Acts of kindness and generosity are tangible expressions of God's love.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_samuel_17.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 17</a> <a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_1_chr_17_and_2_sam_7.htm">How do we reconcile the differences between 1 Chronicles 17 and 2 Samuel 7 regarding the details of God's covenant with David?</a> <a href="/q/who_killed_goliath.htm">Who killed Goliath? (1 Samuel 17:49 vs. 2 Samuel 21:19)</a> <a href="/q/does_michal's_view_of_david_differ_in_2_samuel.htm">In 1 Chronicles 15:29, Michal criticizes David's dance--does this episode conflict with the portrayal of Michal in 2 Samuel, creating an inconsistency in her character and motives?</a> <a href="/q/why_does_david_contradict_his_promise.htm">Why does David's decision in 2 Samuel 19:29 seemingly contradict earlier promises of favor and land for Mephibosheth (2 Samuel 9)?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_samuel/17.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(29) Cheese of kine.--A word occurring only here, and of uncertain meaning. The English follows the Chald., Syr., and Rabbinic interpretation; the Vulg. has "fat calves," and Theod. "sucking calves."<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_samuel/17.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 29. - Sheep. This is the only kind of flesh food mentioned. The change in the meaning of the word "meat," which still in America is used simply for "food," as in the Authorized Version, bears witness to the great change in our diet which has taken place in recent times. Cheese of kine. The word occurs only here, but the Syriac and the Targum both support the rendering of the Authorized Version. The Bedaween, after removing the butter, make a kind of cheese from the remaining milk. It is as hard as the cheese made from skimmed milk in Dorsetshire, but wholesome. It must, however, be soaked before eating, or softened with butter. Generally in the East, cow's milk is regarded as coarse, and camel's milk is used for drinking, while that of sheep and goats, and cheese made from it, holds the next place in general estimation. It is curious that "butter" literally means "cheese of kine." <a href="/commentaries/2_samuel/17-29.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>honey, וּדְבַ֣שׁ (ū·ḏə·ḇaš) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1706.htm">Strong's 1706: </a> Honey, syrup curds, וְחֶמְאָ֗ה (wə·ḥem·’āh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2529.htm">Strong's 2529: </a> Curdled milk, cheese sheep, וְצֹאן֙ (wə·ṣōn) Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6629.htm">Strong's 6629: </a> Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock and cheese וּשְׁפ֣וֹת (ū·šə·p̄ō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8194.htm">Strong's 8194: </a> Perhaps cream from the herd בָּקָ֔ר (bā·qār) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1241.htm">Strong's 1241: </a> Beef cattle, ox, a herd for David לְדָוִ֛ד (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 his people וְלָעָ֥ם (wə·lā·‘ām) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5971.htm">Strong's 5971: </a> A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock to eat. לֶאֱכ֑וֹל (le·’ĕ·ḵō·wl) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_398.htm">Strong's 398: </a> To eat For כִּ֣י (kî) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction they said, אָמְר֔וּ (’ā·mə·rū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> To utter, say “The people הָעָ֗ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5971.htm">Strong's 5971: </a> A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock have become hungry, רָעֵ֛ב (rā·‘êḇ) Adjective - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7457.htm">Strong's 7457: </a> Hungry exhausted, וְעָיֵ֥ף (wə·‘ā·yêp̄) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5889.htm">Strong's 5889: </a> Faint, weary and thirsty וְצָמֵ֖א (wə·ṣā·mê) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6771.htm">Strong's 6771: </a> Thirsty in the wilderness.” בַּמִּדְבָּֽר׃ (bam·miḏ·bār) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4057.htm">Strong's 4057: </a> A pasture, a desert, speech <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_samuel/17-29.htm">2 Samuel 17:29 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-29.htm">OT History: 2 Samuel 17:29 And honey and butter and sheep (2Sa iiSam 2 Sam ii sam) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_samuel/17-28.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Samuel 17:28"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 17:28" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_samuel/18-1.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Samuel 18:1"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Samuel 18:1" /></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>