And he could not answer Abner a word again, because he feared him.
And he couldn't say a single word back to Abner, because he was afraid of him.
This verse shows that someone was so intimidated by Abner's power and authority that they were left completely speechless.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, after King Saul's death, his son Ish-Bosheth was made king over Israel, while David ruled over Judah, leading to a divided kingdom. Abner, as the commander of Saul's army, played a crucial role in supporting Ish-Bosheth, but he created tension by taking one of Saul's concubines, which was interpreted as a bold move to seize more power. This confrontation highlighted Abner's dominance, as Ish-Bosheth was too intimidated to respond effectively.
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