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2 Samuel 18:14

King James Version (KJV)

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2 Samuel 18:14

Verse 14 of 33

Scripture focus

Then said Joab, I may not tarry thus with thee. And he took three darts in his hand, and thrust them through the heart of Absalom, while he [was] yet alive in the midst of the oak.

2 Samuel 18:14 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 2 Samuel 18:14

Theological / Devotional

I may not tarry thus with thee. The Targums and one of the manuscripts of the LXX read, “wherefore I will pierce [him] in thy presence.” Joab felt the thrusts of the man’s argument, but he was determined to have Absalom slain.

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