Translations
Modern
…and sent word through Nathan the prophet to name him Jedidiah because the LORD loved him.
Traditional
And he sent by the hand of Nathan the prophet; and he called his name Jedidiah, because of the Lord.
Literal
And He sent by the hand of Nathan the prophet. And He called his name Jedidiah, because of YHWH.
Latin
Misitque in manu Nathan prophetæ, et vocavit nomen ejus, Amabilis Domino, eo quod diligeret eum Dominus.
Original
Hebrew
English
…and sent word through Nathan the prophet to name him Jedidiah because the LORD loved him.
Notes
Jedidiah means “loved by Yahweh.” This second name, which God gave to Solomon, appears only here in the Bible. It expresses God’s special love for him and points to God’s intention to secure Solomon’s future.
Chapter 12 expands on the final part of 2 Samuel 11:27.
Theme notes and profiles
Events
People
Nathan: Prophet during the reigns of David and Solomon Solomon: Son of David, king of Israel, known for his wisdom
Glossary
Bathsheba David Hittites Jedidiah Joab King Kings, Books of First and Second Psalms, Book of Samuel, Books of First and Second
Topics
David: King of Israel: Solomon is Born To Jedidiah: A Name Given to Solomon Nathan: A Prophet in the Time of David: Gives Solomon the Name Jedidiah Solomon: Named Jedidiah, by Nathan the Prophet