And Asahel pursued after Abner; and in going he turned not to the right hand nor to the left from following Abner.
Key themes
Justice and mercyHumilityDavidic covenantSin and judgment
Glossary
- Abner Person
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Father of light; i. e., “enlightening”, the son of Ner and uncle of Saul. He was commander-in-chief of Saul’s army ( 1 Sam. 14:50 ; 17:55 ; 20:25 ).
- Asahel Person
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Made by God, the youngest son of Zeruiah, David’s sister. He was celebrated for his swiftness of foot.