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Now when Joab saw that the battle was set against him before and behind, he chose of all the choice men of Israel, and put them in array against the Syrians:
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Leadership Under Pressure
Commentators explain that Joab faced a dire tactical situation, with enemy armies positioned both in front of and behind him. Instead of panicking, he demonstrated brilliant leadership. He split his army to face both threats simultaneously, placing his forces between the two enemy divisions. He then personally took command of the elite troops to face the stronger Syrian army.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The two armies of the Ammonites and the Syrians were drawn up facing one another. The Ammonites were supported by the city of Rabbah behind them, a…
19th Century
Anglican
When Joab saw. —The keen eye of this experienced general immediately perceived both the advantages and the danger of the enemy's f…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
When Joab saw that the front of the battle was against him before and behind
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