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2 Samuel 2:19

2 Samuel 2:19
And Asahel pursued after Abner; and in going he turned not to the right hand nor to the left from following Abner.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And Asahel pursued after Abner,.... Ambitious of the glory of taking or slaying the general of the army of Israel;…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 2:18-24

We have here the contest between Abner and Asahel. Asahel, the brother of Joab and cousin-german to David, was one of…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19212 Samuel 2:18-23

The Death of Asahel

18. three sons of Zeruiah The standing designation of David's nephews, to shew their relationship to…

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