And all the people went over Jordan. And when the king was come over, the king kissed Barzillai, and blessed him; and he returned unto his own place.
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Justice and mercyDavidic covenantSin and judgmentMercy
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Glossary
- Jordan Place
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Biblical river. Modern identification: Jordan River.
- Barzillai Person
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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 ).