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Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 10:9

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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The two armies of the Ammonites and the Syrians were drawn up facing one another; the Ammonites supported by the city Rabbah behind them; the Syrians in great force, with numerous chariots able to manoeuvre in the plain in front of Medeba. If Joab advanced against either, he would have the other in his rear. return to 'Top of Page'
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