According to all these words, and according to all this vision, so did Nathan speak unto David.
Parallel translations
- WEB Nathan spoke to David all these words, and according to all this vision.
- BSB So Nathan relayed to David all the words of this entire vision.
- NKJV According to all these words and according to all this vision, so Nathan spoke to David.
- NASB In accordance with all these words and all of this vision, so Nathan spoke to David.
- NLT So Nathan went back to David and told him everything the Lord had said in this vision.
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Quick answer
Nathan faithfully relayed to David all of God's words and the entire vision. The prophet's accurate delivery shows obedience to God's revelation.
Overview
Nathan, who had earlier given his own opinion, now conveys exactly what God revealed, modeling faithful prophetic ministry. The note that he reported 'all these words' and the whole vision underscores the trustworthiness of the message David received. This transition leads directly into David's wondering, worshipful response.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 4
- 1 Chr 17:15According to all these words, and according to all this vision, so did Nathan speak unto David.
- Acts 20:20And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house,
- 1 Cor 15:3For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
- Acts 20:27For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God.
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God's covenant with David — a son whose throne and kingdom would last forever (7:12–16) — finds its yes in Jesus, the Son of David who reigns without end.
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