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25 and sent word through Nathan who spoke for God. And Nathan gave him the name Jedidiah because of the Lord.

David Takes Rabbah

26 Now Joab fought against Rabbah of the sons of Ammon, and took the king’s city. 27 Joab sent men to David, saying, “I have fought against Rabbah. I have taken the city of waters.

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25 and because the Lord loved him, he sent word through Nathan the prophet to name him Jedidiah.[a](A)

26 Meanwhile Joab fought against Rabbah(B) of the Ammonites and captured the royal citadel. 27 Joab then sent messengers to David, saying, “I have fought against Rabbah and taken its water supply.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Samuel 12:25 Jedidiah means loved by the Lord.