ESV Reformation Study Bible – 2 Sam 19:24
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2 Sam 19:24

19:24 Mephibosheth. See note 4:4.

neither taken care of his feet. Mephibosheth’s neglect of personal hygiene signified his distress over David’s predicament and may also have been intended to serve as evidence of his loyalty, when and if David should return.