So Joab blew a trumpet, and all the people stood still, and pursued after Israel no more, neither fought they any more.
So Joab blew a trumpet, and all the people stopped where they were. They stopped chasing after Israel and didn't fight anymore.
This verse shows Joab calling an end to the battle by blowing a trumpet, and all his men immediately stopped fighting and pursuing their enemies.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 2 Samuel, this verse occurs during a civil war in Israel following the death of King Saul, as David begins to consolidate his rule. A battle had just taken place at the pool of Gibeon between David's forces, led by his commander Joab, and the troops loyal to Saul's general Abner. Joab blew the trumpet as a signal to halt the pursuit, reflecting ancient military customs where such signals were used to call off troops and prevent further bloodshed.
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