2 Samuel 19:2
“And the victory that day was turned into mourning unto all the people: for the people heard say that day how the king was grieved for his son.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And the victory that day was turned into mourning unto all the people,.... They also mourned too, instead of expressing…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
The victory - was turned into mourning - Instead of rejoicing that a most unnatural and ruinous rebellion had been…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 19:1-8
Soon after the messengers had brought the news of the defeat and death of Absalom to the court of Mahanaim, Joab and his…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19212 Samuel 19:1-2
2Sa 19:1-8. David roused from his grief by Joab
2. the victory The Heb. word means literally the salvationor…