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Joab said to Amasa, Is it well with you, my brother? Joab took Amasa by the beard with his right hand to kiss him.
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Deception in a Kiss
Commentators explain that Joab's actions—calling Amasa 'brother' and taking his beard to kiss him—were culturally recognized signs of affection and respect. This outward display of friendship was a calculated deception to mask his premeditated, murderous intent, serving as a stark reminder that evil can disguise itself in seemingly friendly gestures.
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2 Samuel
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Joab said to Amasa In a friendly manner, with all the air of pleasantry and good humour:
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Presbyterian
Joab barbarously murdered Amasa. The more premeditation there is in a sin, the worse it is. Joab contentedly sacrificed the interests of both the k…
