2 Samuel 2:32

The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - 2 Samuel 2:12-32

David's War with Ishbosheth v. 12. And Abner, the son of Ner, and the servants of Ishbosheth, the son of Saul, went out from Mahanaim to Gibeon; they crossed to the western side of Jordan, into the territory of Benjamin, in order to wage war against David and to conquer Judah. v. 13. And Joab, the son of Zeruiah, a nephew of David and the general of his armies, and the servants of David, who had prepared for such an attack, went out and met together by the Pool of Gibeon, the two opposing... read more

Johann Peter Lange

Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

SECOND SECTION2 Samuel 2:1 to 2 Samuel 3:6I. David anointed King over Judah—dwells in Hebron. 2 Samuel 2:1-71And it came to pass after this, that David inquired of the Lord [Jehovah], saying, Shall I go up into any [one] of the cities of Judah? And the Lord [Jehovah] said unto him, Go up. And David said, Whither shall I go up? And he said, 2Unto Hebron. So [And] David went up thither, and his two wives also, Ahinoam. the Jezreelitess and Abigail, Nabal’s wife [the wife of Nabal] the... read more

Frederick Brotherton Meyer

F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:24-32

Shall the Sword Devour for Ever? 2 Samuel 2:24-32 The longer the sword devours, the more bitter the hatred engendered. Early that morning, each of twenty-four young men had buried his sword in his antagonist’s heart; and, as the hours passed, the flame of mutual hate had become hotter. There was no telling to what it might lead. Hatred is like a prairie fire in its rapid spread and remorseless destruction. When night fell, Abner, alarmed by the prospects of slaughter, asked Joab to stay the... read more

G. Campbell Morgan

G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

The first act of David was to inquire of God what he should do. Without hesitation, his own tribe crowned him king. His attitude toward the men of Jabesh-gilead was in the highest sense politic, and yet was in keeping with his attitude toward the house of Saul. The spirit of Saul, which was antagonistic to David, was perpetuated in Abner, Saul's cousin and captain of the host. He at once set himself to consolidate the house of Israel around the house of Saul. Ish-bosheth was merely a puppet... read more

Peter Pett

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Samuel 2:29-32

The Aftermath of the Battle (2 Samuel 2:29-32 ). When Saul and his companions had finished consulting with the medium of Endor ‘they arose and went away that night’ (1 Samuel 28:25), in contrast with David who was told by Achish to ‘start early in the morning, and depart as soon as you have light’ (1 Samuel 29:10. It appeared that there the writer was contrasting Saul’s journey into the darkness with David’s journey into the light. If that appears a little fanciful, consider the similar... read more

Arthur Peake

Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

2 Samuel 2-6. (J). Apart from minor additions and changes, it is very commonly held that these chapters form a continuous narrative from the same source. 2 Samuel 2:1 to 2 Samuel 3:5 . Civil War between David, ruling at Hebron, and Ish-bosheth, ruling at Mahanaim (J). 2 Samuel 2:1-Judges : . David occupies Hebron ( Judges 1:10 *, p. 31), and is anointed king by the men of Judah, doubtless with the consent of the Philistines, and as their vassal. He thanks the men of Jabesh-gilead for their... read more

Joseph Exell

Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:8-32

CRITICAL AND EXPOSITORY NOTES—2 Samuel 2:8. “Took Ishbosheth.” Rather had taken. “Ishbosheth had probably been in the battle of Gilboa, and fled with Abner across the Jordan after the battle had been lost.” (Keil.) “Mahanaim,” On the eastern side of the Jordan, north of the brook Jabbok (Genesis 32:2-3). Ishbosheth or “Esh-baal” (see 1 Chronicles 8:33). Literally son of Baal. “It seems probable that the name Baal (lord) was in early times given to the God of Israel, and proper names were formed... read more

Chuck Smith

Chuck Smith Bible Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

Chapter 2Now it came to pass after this, that David inquired of the LORD, and he said, Shall I go up to Judah ( 2 Samuel 2:1 )?Now to me it is interesting as we observe David, he doesn't take any actions without first of all seeking guidance from God. Now there's a scripture that says, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not to your own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path"( Proverbs 3:4 , Proverbs 3:5 ).Now many times we complain that we... read more

Joseph Sutcliffe

Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

2 Samuel 2:12 . Mahanaim. See Genesis 32:2. 2 Samuel 2:14 . Abner said to Joab, &c. He did this in confidence that his twelve men would conquer, and make Joab’s army flee. Why had he not challenged Joab to single combat? 2 Samuel 2:16 . Helkath-hazzurim. Ager robustorum, the field of the strong or the brave. The LXX, the field of the sword. REFLECTIONS. Having traced the steps of David through seven years of painful exile, we now come to view him seven years as king of Judah.... read more

Joseph Exell

The Biblical Illustrator - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

2 Samuel 2:1-32And it came to pass after this, that David inquired of the Lord. Strength and weaknessDavid's sense of dependence upon God!1. His passive patience is exquisitely touching, and presents such a contrast to his recent unsettled haste of spirit. We shall find this quiet restfulness characterising his triumphant hours. Not inertness and supineness--active dependence. Not sloth--that marked his faithless hours--but a calm restfulness, betokening living faith. He makes no effort to... read more

The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - 2 Samuel 2:12-32

Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:24-32

G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Samuel 2:29-32

Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:8-32

Chuck Smith Bible Commentary - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

The Biblical Illustrator - 2 Samuel 2:1-32

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