2 Samuel 21: Drought, Justice, and Yahuah's Covenant with Gibeon

Prior to Yahusha’s ultimate atonement, drought and famine were often direct consequences of sin, as seen in 2 Samuel 21 about 3,000 years ago. In this chapter, the kingdom of Yisharal suffers a famine because of Saul’s rebellion against a covenant made generations earlier. After Moses passed, another Yahusha (Joshua) led Yisharal and made an oath with the Gibeonites (see Yahusha/Joshua 9). Saul, in his reckless disobedience, violated this agreement, and the land cried out to Yahuah for justice, much like Abel’s blood cried out from the ground.

To atone for Saul’s actions, King Daud sought guidance from Yahuah, leading to the execution of seven of Saul’s descendants. Among them were five sons of Mikal, who had been married to King Daud but had no children of her own. These sons, likely adopted or raised by Mikal, may have been from her sister Merab, as scripture hints at their connection to Saul’s lineage. This act of justice, while severe, restored balance and brought the famine to an end.

Yahuah’s justice and the consequences of breaking His covenants remain powerful reminders for us today. Reflect on how Yahusha’s atonement removed the penalties for sin while still calling us to honor His commands and seek righteousness.