KJV ORIGINAL
So do God to Abner, and more also, except, as the LORD hath sworn to David, even so I do to him;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
May God punish me severely if I don't do exactly what the LORD promised David!
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Abner is making a solemn oath before God, promising to fulfill what the LORD had sworn to David.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the civil war between David's house and Saul's house after Saul's death. Abner, who had been supporting Saul's son Ish-bosheth as king, is now switching sides to support David after a dispute with Ish-bosheth. Abner is invoking God's name to emphasize his commitment to help David become king over all Israel, as God had promised.
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