And Joab fell to the ground on his face, and bowed himself, and thanked the king: and Joab said, To day thy servant knoweth that I have found grace in thy sight, my lord, O king, in that the king hath fulfilled the request of his servant.

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John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And Joab fell to the ground on his face, and bowed himself ,
&c.] Or bowed so low as to the ground, in reverence of …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

David was inclined to favor Absalom, yet, for the honor of his justice, he could not do so except when an appeal was made on his behalf, which may …

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