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2 Samuel 11:2

King James Version (KJV)

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2 Samuel 11:2

Verse 2 of 27

Scripture focus

And it came to pass in an eveningtide, that David arose from off his bed, and walked upon the roof of the king’s house: and from the roof he saw a woman washing herself; and the woman [was] very beautiful to look upon.

2 Samuel 11:2 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 2 Samuel 11:2

Theological / Devotional

In an eveningtide. Evening began in the midafternoon. David was probably arising from his midday siesta. The palace roof, being, presumably, higher than the neighboring houses, provided a view of their courtyards.

By SdaBc