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Joab's Political Caution
Commentators explain that Joab's repeated refusal to visit Absalom was a calculated move. Knowing King David was still displeased with Absalom, Joab was unwilling to risk the king's anger by advocating for his full restoration to court. He was navigating a delicate political situation and respecting the king's current feelings.
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2 Samuel
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Samuel 14:29
19th Century
Bishop
He would not come. —Joab felt that he had already gone far enough in procuring Absalom’s return, and, as he still continu…
John Gill
On 2 Samuel 14:29
17th Century
Pastor
Therefore Absalom sent for Joab, to have sent him to the king ,
&c.] To introduce him into his presence, being uneas…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Samuel 14:28–33
17th Century
Minister
By his insolent conduct toward Joab, Absalom brought Joab to plead for him. By his insolent message to the king, he gained his wishes. When parents…