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The king answered, Chimham shall go over with me, and I will do to him that which shall seem good to you: and whatever you shall require of me, that will I do for you.

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A King's Generous Gratitude

King David's response to Barzillai's loyalty is exceptionally generous. He not only accepts Barzillai's son, Chimham, into his care but also gives Barzillai a blank check to ask for anything on his son's behalf. David's open-ended promise to also grant any future request from Barzillai himself shows a deep, lasting gratitude that seeks to repay kindness abundantly.

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John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Samuel 19:38

17th Century

Pastor

And the king answered, Chimham shall go over with me
He admitted of him instead of his father:

an…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Samuel 19:31–39

17th Century

Minister

Barzillai thought he honored himself by performing any service for the king. Thus, when the saints will be called to inherit the kingdom, they will…