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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Ira also the Jairite,.... Which some take to be the same with Ira the Ithrite, Sa2 23:38; a son of Jether or Ithra…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Ira the Jairite - Not mentioned before: perhaps the same as “Ira an Ithrite” (marginal reference), i. e., an inhabitant…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Ira - was a chief ruler about David - The Hebrew is כהן לדויד cohen ledavid, a priest to David; and so the Vulgate,…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 20:23-26
Here is an account of the state of David's court after his restoration. Joab retained the office of general, being too…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
a chief ruler about David Minister to David. The post formerly held by David's sons. See on ch. 2Sa 8:18.
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