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When all the kings who were servants to Hadarezer saw that they were put to the worse before Israel, they made peace with Israel, and served them. So the Syrians feared to help the children of Ammon any more.

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God's Promise Fulfilled

Commentators John Gill and Matthew Henry emphasize that this event marks the fulfillment of God's ancient promise to Abraham (Genesis 15:18). By these kings becoming servants to Israel, the nation's border of influence was extended to the Euphrates River, demonstrating God's long-term faithfulness to His covenant people.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Samuel 10:19

18th Century

Theologian

Servants to Hadarezer - This gives us an idea of the great power of Hadarezer, and consequently of the strength of Israel during David’s vic…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Samuel 10:19

19th Century

Bishop

Servants to Hadarezer. —The vassal kings, who had been subject to Hadarezer, now transferred their allegiance to David; but it is …

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Samuel 10:19

17th Century

Pastor

And when all the kings [that were] servants to Hadarezer
That were subject to him, and at his beck and command, at l…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Samuel 10:15–19

17th Century

Minister

Here is a new attempt by the Syrians. Even a baffled cause will persist as long as there is any life in it; the enemies of the Son of David do so. …