2 Samuel 9:7 meaning and explanation

“Do not be afraid,” said David, “for surely I will show you kindness for the sake of your father Jonathan. I will restore to you all the land of your grandfather Saul, and you will always eat at my table.”

2 Samuel 9:7, Berean Standard Bible

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David, now firmly established as king, speaks these words to Mephibosheth, the crippled grandson of Saul and son of Jonathan. In that world a new king typically eliminated the previous dynasty's heirs, so Mephibosheth had reason to fear.

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