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So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it was not of the king to kill Abner the son of Ner.
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A Leader's Public Vindication
Commentators emphasize that David's public mourning and clear denunciation of the murder were completely successful. The text highlights that not just his own people, but "all Israel" understood he was innocent. This public vindication was a crucial political step, clearing his name and paving the way for the unification of the kingdom under his rule.
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2 Samuel
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Reformed Baptist
For all the people and all Israel understood that day Not the people of Judah only, but of Israel also, to whom the …
Presbyterian
Judgments are prepared for such scorners as Abner; but Joab, in what he did, acted wickedly. David laid Abner's murder deeply to heart and in many …
