2 Samuel 19:42 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And all the men of Judah answered the men of Israel, Because the king is near of kin to us: wherefore then be ye angry for this matter? have we eaten at all of the king’s cost? or hath he given us any gift?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

All the men of Judah answered the men of Israel, 'Because the king is our close relative. Why are you angry about this? Have we eaten any food at the king's expense? Has he given us any gifts?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The men of Judah are defending themselves against accusations from Israel, arguing that their support of King David is based on family loyalty, not personal gain.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs after David's son Absalom's failed rebellion and death, when David was returning to Jerusalem as king. The tribes of Israel and Judah were arguing over who had the right to escort David back to his throne, with tensions rising between the northern tribes (Israel) and the southern tribe (Judah), which was David's own tribe.

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