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But the king insisted that they take the census, so Joab and the commanders of the army went out to count the people of Israel.

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John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Notwithstanding the king's word prevailed against Joab, and
against the captains of the host

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Because of the people's sin, David was allowed to act wrongly, and in his chastisement, they received punishment. This example sheds light on God's…

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