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Behold, the Cushite came; and the Cushite said, News for my lord the king; for Yahweh has avenged you this day of all those who rose up against you.

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A Message of Divine Justice

The Cushite's message is framed as "good news" because it declares a divine action. Commentators note that he explicitly states, "Jehovah hath avenged thee," attributing the victory not to military might alone but to God's righteous judgment against the rebellion. This highlights a key biblical theme: God is the ultimate arbiter of justice.

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2 Samuel

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Samuel 18:31

18th Century

Theologian

Good news ... - A better translation: “Let my lord the king hear the good news.”

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Samuel 18:31

17th Century

Pastor

And, behold, Cushi came
A little after:

and Cushi said, tidings, my lord the king ;…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Samuel 18:19–33

17th Century

Minister

By directing David to give God thanks for his victory, Ahimaaz prepared him for the news of his son's death. The more our hearts are steadfast and …