And the king said unto Barzillai, Come thou over with me, and I will feed thee with me in Jerusalem.
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Interpretation
Barzillai thought he had done himself honour in doing the king any service. Thus, when the saints shall be called to inherit the kingdom, they will be amazed at the recompence being so very far beyond the service, Mt 25:37.
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This thought runs through 2 Samuel 19:31-34.
Glossary
- Jerusalem Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Jerusalem.
- Barzillai Person
- Of iron. (1. ) A Meholathite, the father of Adriel ( 2 Sam. 21:8 ). (2. ) A Gileadite of Rogelim who was distinguished for his loyalty to David. He liberally provided for the king’s followers ( 2 Sam. 17:27 ).