2 Samuel 14:4 meaning and explanation

When the woman from Tekoa went to the king, she fell facedown in homage and said, “Help me, O king!”

2 Samuel 14:4, Berean Standard Bible

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The woman of Tekoa comes to King David as Joab has arranged, dressed as a mourner and carrying a made up case. Her opening words, falling facedown in homage, are the customary approach of a petitioner to a king, and her cry "Help me, O king!" invites David to act as judge.

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