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Tyndale Open Study Notes on 1 Kings 2:7

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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Modern study notes
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2:7-9 Barzillai unwaveringly supported David during his trouble with Absalom, while Shimei openly opposed David (2 Sam 16:5-13; 19:6-23). 2:7 at your table: As he had done for Mephibosheth (2 Sam 9:6-13), David provided for Barzillai and his family. This privilege assured their continued loyalty.
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