And he built the city round about, even from Millo round about: and Joab repaired the rest of the city.
Ver. 8. From Millo.] This was a fair street, saith Vatablus; wherein were public meetings, and speeches made.
And Joab repaired.] Heb., Revived, vivificavit vel sanavit, as 2 Chronicles 24:13 .
The rest of the city.] To re-ingratiate with David, who was justly offended at him for the death of Abner.