ESV Reformation Study Bible – 2 Sam 2:26
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2 Sam 2:26

2:26 tell your people to turn from the pursuit of their brothers. Abner’s reference to “their brothers” may suggest a shift in a more conciliatory direction; perhaps Abner senses that David cannot be stopped. Abner would prefer truce to defeat, especially if he could remain autonomous.