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2 Samuel 2:16 Β· KJV

"And they caught every one his fellow by the head, and thrust his sword in his fellow's side; so they fell down together: wherefore that place was called Helkath-hazzurim, which is in Gibeon."

King James Version

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Passage Context

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.
16And they caught every one his fellow by the head, and thrust his sword in his fellow's side; so they fell down together: wherefore that place was called Helkath-hazzurim, which is in Gibeon.
17And there was a very sore battle that day; and Abner was beaten, and the men of Israel, before the servants of David.
18And there were three sons of Zeruiah there, Joab, and Abishai, and Asahel: and Asahel was as light of foot as a wild roe.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to conflict in your life?

2

What does this passage teach you about loyalty?

3

When have you witnessed the consequences of division?

Life Application

conflict

Consider how you can seek peace in your relationships rather than escalating conflicts.

loyalty

Reflect on your commitments and how they impact those around you.

Places in This Verse

Gibeon

Gibeon was a significant city during the time of Joshua and later became a battleground during the civil war between David and Saul's supporters.

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