2 Samuel 10

Commentary

2 Samuel 10 is a chapter that focuses on the consequences of David's decision to show kindness to the house of Saul. After the death of Saul and Jonathan, David had shown kindness to the house of Saul by allowing Mephibosheth, Saul's son, to eat at his table. This kindness was not reciprocated by the house of Saul, as Ishbosheth, Saul's son, had been made king of Israel and had been gathering an army to fight against David. In response to this, David sends Joab and his army to fight against Ishbosheth and his army. The battle is fierce, and the Israelites are defeated. Ishbosheth is killed, and David is now the undisputed king of Israel. The chapter ends with David showing kindness to the house of Saul once again, this time by allowing Mephibosheth to remain in Jerusalem and eat at his table. This act of kindness serves as a reminder that David is a man of mercy and compassion, even in the face of adversity. It also serves as a reminder that God is a God of justice and mercy, and that He will reward those who show kindness and mercy to others.