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2 Samuel 2:5

King James Version (KJV)

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2 Samuel 2:5

Verse 5 of 32

Scripture focus

And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabeshgilead, and said unto them, Blessed [be] ye of the LORD, that ye have shewed this kindness unto your lord, [even] unto Saul, and have buried him.

2 Samuel 2:5 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 2 Samuel 2:5

Theological / Devotional

Sent messengers. The conduct of David toward Jabesh-gilead was no doubt prompted by kindness and sincerity. It was also a wise policy. The men of Jabesh-gilead had shown themselves kind to the former king of Israel, and for this they were commended by the new king. David did not harbor a grudge toward the memory of Saul even though he had suffered severely at Saul’s hand. By recognizing the kindness and valor of those who had given their allegiance to Saul, David won the allegiance of these men to himself.

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