2 Samuel 24:23
“All this, O king, does Araunah give to the king.” Araunah said to the king, “May Yahweh your God accept you.””
What does 2 Samuel 24:23 mean?
Araunah, a wealthy landowner, has just offered his threshing floor to King David for a sacrifice without charge. When David insists on paying, Araunah refuses payment and instead gives everything freely—the land, oxen, and wood—as a gift to the king. His final words are a blessing, expressing the hope that God will receive David's worship. What makes this moment touching is Araunah's generosity in the face of the king's authority. He could have demanded payment or resisted, but instead he gives abundantly and adds a sincere prayer for David's acceptance before God. It's a quiet picture of someone choosing to honor both the king and God through genuine sacrifice and kindness.