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Berean Standard Bible

“Nevertheless, because by this deed you have shown utter contempt for the word of the LORD, the son born to you will surely die.””

2 Samuel 12:14

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The prophet Nathan has confronted David over his sin with Bathsheba and the murder of Uriah. David has confessed, and Nathan announces the consequences.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

Nevertheless, because by this deed you have shown utter contempt for the word of the LORD, the son born to you will surely die.”

World English Bible (WEB)

However, because by this deed you have given great occasion to Yahweh’s enemies to blaspheme, the child also who is born to you will surely die.”

King James Version (KJV)

Howbeit, because by this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of the LORD to blaspheme, the child also that is born unto thee shall surely die.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Howbeit, because by this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of Jehovah to blaspheme, the child also that is born unto thee shall surely die.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

But still, because you have had no respect for the Lord, death will certainly overtake the child who has newly come to birth.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Mas por cuanto con este negocio hiciste blasfemar á los enemigos de Jehová, el hijo que te ha nacido morirá ciertamente.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

Pero le has dado a los enemigos del Señor la oportunidad de despreciarlo y blasfemar contra él. Por eso, el niño morirá.

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