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then Toi sent Joram his son to king David, to Greet him, and to bless him, because he had fought against Hadadezer and struck him: for Hadadezer had wars with Toi. [Joram] brought with him vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and vessels of brass:

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The Ripple Effect of Victory

Commentators explain that David's victory had immediate political consequences. King Toi, an enemy of the defeated Hadadezer, sent his own son—a sign of high honor—to congratulate David. The lavish gifts served as thanks for removing a common enemy and as a way to form an alliance with the new regional power. The term 'to bless' in this context means to congratulate and express gratitude.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Samuel 8:10

18th Century

Theologian

Joram—Or, more probably, Hadoram. See the margin.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Samuel 8:10

19th Century

Bishop

Joram (named Hadoram in 1 Chronicles 18:10). Joram is probably the Jewish form of the same name. An embassy headed by …

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Samuel 8:10

17th Century

Pastor

Then Toi sent Joram his son unto King David
Who is called Hadoram in (1 Chronicles 18:10); though the Sy…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Samuel 8:9–14

17th Century

Minister

All the precious things David possessed were dedicated things; they were designed for building the temple. The idols of gold David destroyed ([Refe…

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