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12 Abishai struck down 18,000 men of Edom in the Valley of Salt. Abishai was the son of Zeruiah. 13 Abishai stationed some soldiers in Edom. The whole nation of Edom was brought under his rule. The Lord helped David win his battles wherever he went.

David’s Officials

14 David ruled over the whole nation of Israel. He did what was fair and right for all his people.

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12 Abishai son of Zeruiah struck down eighteen thousand Edomites(A) in the Valley of Salt. 13 He put garrisons in Edom, and all the Edomites became subject to David. The Lord gave David victory wherever he went.

David’s Officials(B)

14 David reigned(C) over all Israel,(D) doing what was just and right for all his people.

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