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Hymns for 2 Samuel 2

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The United Methodist Hymnal
The United Methodist Hymnal
Baptist Hymnal 1991
Baptist Hymnal 1991
The Hymnal 1982: according to the use of the Episcopal Church
The Hymnal 1982: according to the use of the Episcopal Church
Psalter Hymnal (Gray)
Psalter Hymnal (Gray)
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TitleScriptureMatching Instances
Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee2 Samuel 2:11-12I appreciate you providing this task, but I need to be honest: I cannot identify a meaningful connection between this hymn and 2 Samuel 2. 2 Samuel 2 describes political and military events after Saul's death—David becoming king of Judah, the conflict between David's men and Ishbosheth's forces, and the battle where Asahel is killed. "Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee" is a devotional hymn about the sweetness of contemplating Jesus' name and presence, the joy He brings to seekers, and the incomparable love found in knowing Christ. These don't share thematic, lyrical, or theological connections that would explain why this hymn would appear in search results for 2 Samuel 2. Could you verify whether there might be an error in the scripture reference, or is there additional context about why these were linked in your database?1
Must the Sword Devour Forever2 Samuel 2:28This hymn echoes Abner's plea in 2 Samuel 2:26, questioning the endless cycle of violence and bloodshed between brothers.1

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