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2 Samuel 14:29

King James Version (KJV)

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Therefore Absalom sent for Joab, to have sent him to the king; but he would not come to him: and when he sent again the second time, he would not come.

2 Samuel 14:29 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 2 Samuel 14:29

Theological / Devotional

Would not come. Since Joab had been successful in his former efforts, Absalom thought that he again might be of service. But Joab doubtless felt that he had already done as much as was wise, and that he would incur the king’s displeasure if he took any further steps in the matter.

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