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They did so, and brought forth those five kings to him out of the cave, the king of Jerusalem, the king of Hebron, the king of Jarmuth, the king of Lachish, the king of Eglon.
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A Public Display of Victory
Commentators note that the specific listing of the five kings by name and title was not just for historical record. It served to publicly display the magnitude of God's victory through Israel. As John Gill points out, this detailed account was for 'the greater glory of the conquest,' demonstrating that even the most powerful regional leaders were brought low before the Lord.
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Reformed Baptist
And they did so Opened the mouth "of" the cave, by rolling away the stones:
and brought forth those fi…
Presbyterian
None moved his tongue against any of the children of Israel. This shows their perfect safety. The kings were called to an account, as rebels agains…