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2 Samuel 2:13 Β· KJV

"And Joab the son of Zeruiah, and the servants of David, went out, and met together by the pool of Gibeon: and they sat down, the one on the one side of the pool, and the other on the other side of the pool."

King James Version

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Passage Context

11And the time that David was king in Hebron over the house of Judah was seven years and six months.
12And Abner the son of Ner, and the servants of Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, went out from Mahanaim to Gibeon.
13And Joab the son of Zeruiah, and the servants of David, went out, and met together by the pool of Gibeon: and they sat down, the one on the one side of the pool, and the other on the other side of the pool.
14And Abner said to Joab, Let the young men now arise, and play before us. And Joab said, Let them arise.
15Then there arose and went over by number twelve of Benjamin, which pertained to Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, and twelve of the servants of David.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to seek peace in conflict?

2

How do you navigate tensions in your relationships?

3

When have you found common ground with someone you disagree with?

Life Application

conflict

Work on finding peaceful resolutions in your conflicts. Approach disagreements with a mindset of understanding and reconciliation.

teamwork

Consider how you can foster cooperation among diverse groups in your life, whether at work or in your community.

People in This Verse

JoabOT

Joab was David's military commander, known for his fierce loyalty and strategic mind. His decisions often shaped the course of battles during David's reign.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 26:6

Places in This Verse

Gibeon(Gibeon, Israel today)

An ancient city known for its strategic importance during the Israelite conquest and later conflicts. It was a site of significant military encounters.

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