KJV ORIGINAL
And Asahel pursued after Abner; and in going he turned not to the right hand nor to the left from following Abner.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Asahel chased after Abner with complete determination, not turning right or left but staying focused straight on his target.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows Asahel pursuing Abner with single-minded determination, refusing to be distracted from his goal.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the civil war between David's forces and those loyal to Saul's house after Saul's death. Asahel was David's nephew and one of his mighty warriors, while Abner was the commander of Saul's army. The pursuit happened after a battle at Gibeon where David's men had defeated Abner's forces.
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