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Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 5:17

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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The hold - Not the same place which is so named in 2Sa 5:7, 2 Samuel 5:9, but probably the cave (or hold) of Adullam 2 Samuel 23:13. The invasion most probably took place before David had completed his buildings in the city of David; and is probably referred to in 2 Samuel 23:8-17. return to 'Top of Page'
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