2 Samuel 14:22 meaning and explanation

Joab fell facedown in homage and blessed the king. “Today,” said Joab, “your servant knows that he has found favor with you, my lord the king, because the king has granted his request.”

2 Samuel 14:22, Berean Standard Bible

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Joab, David's army commander, has just heard the king grant his request to bring Absalom home from exile. Joab had staged an elaborate appeal through the wise woman of Tekoa, and David saw through it, yet still relented.

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