2 Samuel 19:39 - Ellicott's Commentary On The Whole Bible

Bible Comments

All the people. — As “Israel” has been used throughout this narrative for Absalom’s supporters, so “the people” is used for those faithful to David.

2 Samuel 19:39

39 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.