2 Samuel 9:12Mephibosheth had a young son, whose name was Mica. All that lived in the house of Ziba were servants to Mephibosheth.
The setting
Jerusalem, ~1000 BC. David's palace compound. Mephibosheth's household now includes servants and his young son Mica, showing complete restoration of status in modern-day Jerusalem, Israel.
The emotion here: recording with satisfaction the complete restoration
The original word
na'ar (נַעַר) — young boy, often referring to a son who will carry on the family name
Why it matters
Royal servants often numbered in the dozens, indicating Mephibosheth received substantial wealth
Read with care
What most readers miss in 2 Samuel 9:12
Mica represents the third generation blessed by David's kindness to Jonathan's family
Common misconceptionPeople focus on Mephibosheth's disability, but this verse shows his full restoration - he had servants, land, and a growing family line.
The thread continues
Verses that echo 2 Samuel 9:12
Bible Genome reading
2 Samuel 9:12 — Bible Genome reading
Emotional genome
2 Samuel 9:12 comes from the book of 2 Samuel, written during the United Kingdom period. These words are attributed to Narrator. The dominant emotion in this verse is resting, with a comfort power of 30% and a tone that is conversational. It belongs to the narrative genre of biblical literature. Key themes include family, household, legacy. Notable phrases: Mephibosheth had a young son; Mica.
Emotionally similar
Verses that meet the same resting
“Love is patient and is kind; love doesn't envy. Love doesn't brag, is not proud,”
— 1 Corinthians 13:4
“When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, "It is finished." He bowed his head, and gave up his spirit.”
— John 19:30
“Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing.”
— Psalms 23:1
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfor…”
— Psalms 23:4
“"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth."”
— Psalms 46:10
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