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Hesitation from Guilt
Commentators explain that the tribe of Judah was the last to welcome David back because they were the heart of Absalom's rebellion. Having shown such ingratitude and being so deeply involved, they likely hesitated out of shame and fear of David's justifiable resentment.
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2 Samuel
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Samuel 19:11
19th Century
Bishop
The elders of Judah. —Judah was naturally particularly slow in returning to its allegiance. It had shown special ingratitude to Da…
John Gill
On 2 Samuel 19:11
17th Century
Pastor
And King David sent to Zadok and to Abiathar the priests
Who were at Jerusalem, and in his interest; perhaps by Ahim…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Samuel 19:9–15
17th Century
Minister
God's providence, through the priests' persuasions and Amasa's influence, brought the people to resolve to recall the king. David did not act until…