Bible Commentary

And Hadarezer sent, and brought out the Syrians that [were] beyond the river: and they came to Helam; and Shobach the captain of the host of Hadarezer [went] before them. 15 19. Renewed attack of the Syrians. Their total defeat 16. And Hadarezer sent, &c.] The correct form of his name is probably Hadadezer. See … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:16”

And when the Syrians saw that they were smitten before Israel, they gathered themselves together. Partly, to wipe out the stain of cowardice which they had now contracted; partly, to prevent that vengeance which they supposed David would execute upon them for their last attempt; and partly, to shake off the yoke that David had … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:15”

And when the children of Ammon saw that the Syrians were fled, then fled they also before Abishai, and entered into the city. So Joab returned from the children of Ammon, and came to Jerusalem. 14. then fled they also ] The rout of their allies left Joab free to help Abishai, and the Ammonites … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:14”

And Joab drew nigh, and the people that [were] with him, unto the battle against the Syrians: and they fled before him. 13. they fled before him ] “They that are hired to fight generally have a great care to save themselves, having no regard to the cause for which they fight.” Patrick. Fuente: The … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:13”

Be of good courage, and let us play the men for our people, and for the cities of our God: and the LORD do that which seemeth him good. 12. Be of good courage, and let us play the men ] Lit. Be strong and let us shew ourselves strong: the same words as those … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:12”

And he said, If the Syrians be too strong for me, then thou shalt help me: but if the children of Ammon be too strong for thee, then I will come and help thee. 2Sa 10:11-12 If the Syrians be too strong for me, then thou shalt help me. Pious patriotism I. Mutual helpfulness. As … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:11”

And the rest of the people he delivered into the hand of Abishai his brother, that he might put [them] in array against the children of Ammon. 10. that he might put them in array ] Rather, and he put them in array. Fuente: The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges And the rest of … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:10”

When Joab saw that the front of the battle was against him before and behind, he chose of all the choice [men] of Israel, and put [them] in array against the Syrians: 9. that the front of the battle was against him before and behind ] The Ammonites were posted in front of the city, … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:9”

And the children of Ammon came out, and put the battle in array at the entering in of the gate: and the Syrians of Zoba, and of Rehob, and Ishtob, and Maacah, [were] by themselves in the field. 8. at the entering in of the gate ] This is generally supposed to be the gate … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:8”

And when David heard of [it], he sent Joab, and all the host of the mighty men. 7. all the host of the mighty men ] Lit. all the host, the mighty men. Elsewhere “the mighty men” appear to be distinguished from the main body of the army as a corps of picked warriors, (see … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 2 Samuel 10:7”