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2 Samuel 20:22 · KJV

"Then the woman went unto all the people in her wisdom. And they cut off the head of Sheba the son of Bichri, and cast it out to Joab. And he blew a trumpet, and they retired from the city, every man to his tent. And Joab returned to Jerusalem unto the king."

King James Version

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Passage Context

20And Joab answered and said, Far be it, far be it from me, that I should swallow up or destroy.
21The matter is not so: but a man of mount Ephraim, Sheba the son of Bichri by name, hath lifted up his hand against the king, even against David: deliver him only, and I will depart from the city. And the woman said unto Joab, Behold, his head shall be thrown to thee over the wall.
22Then the woman went unto all the people in her wisdom. And they cut off the head of Sheba the son of Bichri, and cast it out to Joab. And he blew a trumpet, and they retired from the city, every man to his tent. And Joab returned to Jerusalem unto the king.
23Now Joab was over all the host of Israel: and Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and over the Pelethites:
24And Adoram was over the tribute: and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond when faced with difficult decisions?

2

What does it mean to you to act wisely in crisis situations?

3

When have you seen the power of decisive action?

Life Application

leadership

Consider how you can take initiative in your community to resolve conflicts.

wisdom

Reflect on the importance of using wisdom to navigate challenging situations.

Places in This Verse

Abel of Beth-maachah

Abel of Beth-maachah was a fortified city in ancient Israel known for its strategic importance. It became a focal point during the conflict with Sheba son of Bichri.

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