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When they told it to David, he sent to meet them; for the men were greatly ashamed. The king said, Wait at Jericho until your beards be grown, and then return.
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A King's Compassion
Commentators highlight David's immediate and compassionate response. Upon hearing of his envoys' humiliation, he didn't just get angry; he sent messengers to meet them. He acted to protect his servants from further shame, directing them to a safe place to recover and demonstrating his deep concern for his people.
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2 Samuel
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19th Century
Anglican
Tarry at Jericho. —In consideration for his humiliated ambassadors, David directs them to remain at Jericho, which lay di…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
When they told [it] unto David Not the ambassadors, for they were not yet arrived, but some of their servants, perha…
Presbyterian
Nahash had been an enemy to Israel, yet had shown kindness to David. David therefore resolves gratefully to return it. If a Pharisee gives alms in …
