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David said, Whoever strikes the Jebusites first shall be chief and captain. Joab the son of Zeruiah went up first, and was made chief.

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Joab's Promotion Clarified

Scholars highlight that this verse provides a clear explanation for how Joab became David's chief commander. The parallel account in 2 Samuel is considered obscure on this point, but Chronicles plainly states that Joab earned his position by being the first to strike the Jebusites, showcasing the unique historical details this book offers.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 1 Chronicles 11:6–8

18th Century

Theologian

The narrative given here supplies a clear omission in 2 Samuel 5:8, where something has evidently dropped out of the text.

Joab's…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Chronicles 11:4–9

19th Century

Bishop

THE CAPTURE OF ZION BY JOAB’S VALOUR, AND DAVID’S SETTLEMENT THERE.

The accession of the new king is followed by a warlike …

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Chronicles 11:6

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 1 Chronicles 11:1)

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Chronicles 11:1–9

17th Century

Minister

David was brought to possess the throne of Israel after he had reigned seven years in Hebron, over Judah only. God's counsels will be fulfilled at …