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It was told king Solomon, Joab is fled to the Tent of Yahweh, and, behold, he is by the altar. Then Solomon sent Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, saying, Go, fall on him.
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The Limits of Sanctuary
Commentators explain that the altar was not a guaranteed sanctuary for all crimes. Matthew Henry highlights that while the altar offered refuge for sins that animal sacrifices could atone for, it was not a valid asylum for premeditated murder, which was Joab's crime. This shows that God's mercy does not override His justice, especially in cases of treacherous bloodshed.
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1 Kings
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Reformed Baptist
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Presbyterian
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