2 Samuel 14:30
“Therefore he said unto his servants, See, Joab's field is near mine, and he hath barley there; go and set it on fire. And Absalom's servants set the field on fire.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Therefore he said unto his servants,.... That did his business for him in the field, in keeping his flocks, and tilling…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Go and set it on fire - This was strange conduct, but it had the desired effect. He had not used his influence to get…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 14:28-33
Three years Absalom had been an exile from his father-in-law, and now two years a prisoner at large in his own house,…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
set it on fire Partly in revenge for Absalom's refusal (cp. Jdg 15:3-5), partly in the hope of bringing Joab to make a…
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