Then Joab sent and told David all the things concerning the war;
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Verse 18 is found in chapter 11 of 2 Samuel. David sends Uriah a letter containing instructions to place him in the most dangerous part of the battle. The king uses his own soldier’s loyalty to bring about his death. Joab carries out the order, and Uriah falls along with other men. David’s sin has moved from adultery to political manipulation and indirect murder. Royal power, which should serve the people, becomes an instrument for protecting the ruler’s sin.
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Compare 2 Samuel 11:18 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Da sandte Joab hin und ließ David ansagen allen Handel des Streits
Entonces envió Joab, e hizo saber a David todos los negocios de la guerra.
Joab envió un informe a David de todo lo sucedido en la batalla.
Joab envoya un messager pour faire rapport à David de tout ce qui s'était passé dans le combat.
Allora Ioab mandò a fare assapere a Davide tutto ciò ch’era seguito in quella battaglia.
Então enviou Joabe, e fez saber a Davi todo o sucesso daquela peleja.
於是, 約押 派人去將戰爭的一切事奏告 大衛 ,
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