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2 Samuel 8:13-15
New Catholic Bible
2 Samuel 8:13-15
New Catholic Bible
13 David became even more greatly renowned when, on his return, he slew eighteen thousand Edomites in the Valley of Salt, 14 after which he stationed garrisons throughout Edom. Thus all the Edomites became David’s subjects. And the Lord continued to give victory to David wherever he went.
15 David’s Officials. David reigned over all Israel, and he administered law and justice among all his people.[a]
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- 2 Samuel 8:15 King David won the love and admiration of most people because of the fairness and respect that he practiced even when dealing with his enemies. This kind of justice reflects God’s will and way as prescribed in Deut 16:18-20.
