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2 Samuel 1:4

King James Version (KJV)

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And David said unto him, How went the matter? I pray thee, tell me. And he answered, That the people are fled from the battle, and many of the people also are fallen and dead; and Saul and Jonathan his son are dead also.

2 Samuel 1:4 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 2 Samuel 1:4

Theological / Devotional

How went the matter? The appearance of the young man, with his clothes rent and earth upon his head (v. 2), gave evidence that Israel had suffered a disastrous defeat. David was anxious for details.

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