KJV ORIGINAL
And it came to pass, when David was come to Mahanaim, that Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammiel of Lodebar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When David arrived at Mahanaim, three men came to help him: Shobi (son of Nahash from Rabbah in Ammon), Machir (son of Ammiel from Lo-debar), and Barzillai (from Rogelim in Gilead).
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse introduces three generous men who came to support David during his time of great need when he was fleeing from his rebellious son Absalom.
📚 Historical Context
David was fleeing Jerusalem after his son Absalom staged a coup and took over the throne. Mahanaim was a city east of the Jordan River where David established his temporary headquarters. These three men came from different regions to provide aid to the exiled king during this dangerous and uncertain time.
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