Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 3:20

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Twenty men - These were doubtless his official suite as Ish-bosheth’s envoy to conduct Michal to David, but privy and consenting to his intrigue with David. It is remarkable that not a word should be said about the meeting of David and Michal. return to 'Top of Page'

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