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2 Samuel 3:11

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Berean Standard Bible

And for fear of Abner, Ish-bosheth did not dare to say another word to him.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he could not answer Abner another word, because he feared him.

Bible in Basic English

And so great was Ish-bosheth's fear of Abner that he was not able to say a word in answer.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And he could not answer him a word, because he feared him.

Free Bible Version

Ishbosheth didn't dare to say anything else to Abner because he was frightened of him.

Geneva Bible 1599

And he durst no more answere to Abner: for he feared him.

King James (Authorized) Version

And he could not answer Abner a word again, because he feared him.

Translation for Translators

Ishbosheth was very afraid of Abner, so he did not say anything in reply to Abner.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Ishbosheth could not answer Abner another word, because he feared him.

Noah Webster Bible

And he could not answer Abner a word again, because he feared him.

World English Bible

He could not answer Abner another word, because he was afraid of him.

Young's Literal Translation

And he is not able any more to turn back Abner a word, because of his fearing him.

Context

Abner Joins David

¹⁰to transfer the kingdom from the house of Saul and to establish the throne of David over Israel and Judah, from Dan to Beersheba.”¹¹And for fear of Abner, Ish-bosheth did not dare to say another word to him.

Summary

This verse narrates how Ish-bosheth, one of Saul's sons, accused Abner of sleeping with one of Saul's concubines, which angered Abner. Abner then decided to switch his allegiance to David, offering to help unite all of Israel under David's rule. This event ultimately led to a conflict between Abner and Joab, David's commander, resulting in Abner's death. The verse highlights the political intrigue and power struggles that characterized the transition of leadership from Saul to David, showcasing the complexities of human relationships and ambitions.

Commentary

Adam Clarke
John Gill
Tyndale

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

He could not answer Abner a word - Miserable is the lot of a king who is governed by the general of his army, who may strip him of his power and dignity whenever he pleases! Witness the fate of poor Charles I. of England and Louis XVI. of France. Military men, above all others, should never be intrusted with any civil power, and should be great only in the field.

2 Samuel 3:11

Abner Joins David

¹⁰to transfer the kingdom from the house of Saul and to establish the throne of David over Israel and Judah, from Dan to Beersheba.”¹¹And for fear of Abner, Ish-bosheth did not dare to say another word to him.

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Berean Standard Bible

And for fear of Abner, Ish-bosheth did not dare to say another word to him.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he could not answer Abner another word, because he feared him.

Bible in Basic English

And so great was Ish-bosheth's fear of Abner that he was not able to say a word in answer.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And he could not answer him a word, because he feared him.

Free Bible Version

Ishbosheth didn't dare to say anything else to Abner because he was frightened of him.

Geneva Bible 1599

And he durst no more answere to Abner: for he feared him.

King James (Authorized) Version

And he could not answer Abner a word again, because he feared him.

Translation for Translators

Ishbosheth was very afraid of Abner, so he did not say anything in reply to Abner.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Ishbosheth could not answer Abner another word, because he feared him.

Noah Webster Bible

And he could not answer Abner a word again, because he feared him.

World English Bible

He could not answer Abner another word, because he was afraid of him.

Young's Literal Translation

And he is not able any more to turn back Abner a word, because of his fearing him.