KJV ORIGINAL
Be of good courage, and let us play the men for our people, and for the cities of our God: and the LORD do that which seemeth him good.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Be strong and courageous, and let us fight bravely for our people and for the cities of our God. And may the LORD do whatever he thinks is best.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is calling for courage in battle while ultimately trusting God to do what he knows is right.
📚 Historical Context
This was spoken by Joab, King David's military commander, as he prepared to fight a two-front battle against the Ammonites and Syrians who had formed an alliance against Israel. The Israelites were outnumbered and surrounded, facing enemies both in front and behind them.
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