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His men who were with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they lived in the cities of Hebron.

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A Leader's Loyalty

Commentators highlight that David's first act after being directed to Hebron was to care for his loyal followers. He brought not just his 600 men but their entire households, settling them in the surrounding towns. This demonstrates a key quality of godly leadership: faithfulness and provision for those who have been faithful to you.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Samuel 2:3

19th Century

Bishop

Dwelt in the cities of Hebron. —David’s whole force of 600 men, with their families, accompanied him, and made their permanent settlement …

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Samuel 2:3

17th Century

Pastor

And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man
with his household
They …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Samuel 2:1–7

17th Century

Minister

After the death of Saul, many went to David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:22), but he trusted in God, who promised him the kingdom, to giv…