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A Lethal Security Detail
Commentators explain that this verse describes a precise and deadly military formation. The guards were to form tight "ranks" (a better translation than "ranges") around the young king. The order to kill anyone who broke through these ranks shows the extreme danger of the situation and the meticulous planning involved in restoring the rightful king.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 11:5–8
18th Century
Theologian
Five divisions of the guard, each under its own captain, are distinguished here. Three of these divisions “enter in” on the Sabbath, while the othe…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 11:7–8
19th Century
Bishop
The whole body of guards relieved on the Sabbath are to guard the Temple and the young prince. (7) And two parts of all you ... sabbath…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 11:8
17th Century
Pastor
And you shall compass the king round about, every man with his
weapons in his hand
Af…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 11:1–12
17th Century
Minister
Athaliah destroyed all those whom she knew to be related to the crown. Jehoash, one of the king's sons, was hidden. The promise made to David was n…