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Moreover you know also what Joab the son of Zeruiah did to me, even what he did to the two captains of the hosts of Israel, to Abner the son of Ner, and to Amasa the son of Jether, whom he killed, and shed the blood of war in peace, and put the blood of war on his sash that was about his loins, and in his shoes that were on his feet.
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A King's Complex Motives
Commentators debate David's motives. Some see personal resentment, noting that Old Testament figures shouldn't be held to New Testament standards of forgiveness. Others argue David acted under the Holy Spirit's influence, seeking justice for the security of Solomon's throne, not personal revenge. This highlights the complex motivations that can exist even in godly leaders.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 2:5
18th Century
Theologian
In his final instructions regarding certain key individuals, David was anxious for the security of his young successor’s kingdom. He allowed old re…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 2:5
19th Century
Bishop
What Joab ... did.—The charge concerning Joab has a certain righteousness in it. David could not—probably since Joab’s knowledge o…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 2:5
17th Century
Pastor
Moreover thou knowest also what Joab the son of Zeruiah did unto me. In slaying Absalom, contrary to his orders, and in b…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 2:5–11
17th Century
Minister
These dying counsels concerning Joab and Shimei did not stem from personal anger, but were for the security of Solomon's throne. Joab had committed…