2 Samuel

Focuses on King David's reign, his troubles, successes, and the promise of his dynasty. ... click to read full summary of this book.

David therefore besought God for the child; and David fasted, and went in, and lay all night upon the earth.

David pleaded with God for the child, so he fasted and spent all night on the ground praying.

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