2 Samuel 12:25-27
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
25 and sent a message by Nathan the prophet; so he called his name Jedidi′ah,[a] because of the Lord.
The Ammonites Crushed
26 Now Jo′ab fought against Rabbah of the Ammonites, and took the royal city. 27 And Jo′ab sent messengers to David, and said, “I have fought against Rabbah; moreover, I have taken the city of waters.
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- 2 Samuel 12:25 That is beloved of the Lord
2 Samuel 12:25-27
New International Version
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.
Footnotes
- 2 Samuel 12:25 Jedidiah means loved by the Lord.
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