Thy servant will go a little way over Jordan with the king: and why should the king recompense it me with such a reward?
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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.
Glossary
- Jordan Place
- Biblical river. Modern identification: Jordan River.