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1 Kings 2:6BSB·author unknown
So act according to your wisdom, and do not let his gray head go down to Sheol in peace.
John Gill Reformed Baptist
David exhorts Solomon to use the wisdom God has given him and seize the first opportunity to execute Joab for his murders and treason. Gray hairs must not move him to mercy or delay; Joab must die violently, not in peace, whatever his age.
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Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Reformed
Do . . . according to thy wisdom--Joab's immense popularity with the army required that any proceedings instituted against him should be taken with great prudence and deliberation.
Adam Clarke Methodist
To spare Joab would mock justice itself. David delayed far too long, but Solomon must finish what the law of God demands: death for a double murderer. Without this act, Solomon cannot die with his Maker's approval.
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