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Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 9:14

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Had kept - Rather, “was keeping watch.” The city had been taken: but the war continuing, and there being a danger of the Syrians recovering it, Joram and all Israel (i. e., the whole military force) were guarding the recent conquest, while Hazael threatened it. return to 'Top of Page'
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