1 Kings 11:16

(For six months did Joab remain there with all Israel, until he had cut off every male in Edom:)

King James Version
View Chapter

Other Translations for 1 Kings 11:16

BSB
Joab and all Israel had stayed there six months, until he had killed every male in Edom.
AKJV
(For six months did Joab remain there with all Israel, until he had cut off every male in Edom:)
CPDV
And Joab remained in that place for six months, with all of Israel, until he had put to death every male in Idumea.
ERV
(for Joab and all Israel remained there six months, until he had cut off every male in Edom;)
NHEB
(for Joab and all Israel remained there six months, until he had killed every male in Edom);
SMT
(For six months Joab dwelt there and all Israel, till he cut off every male in Edom.)

Commentary for 1 Kings 11:16

Please note: this is not Scripture

These study resources are provided for informational purposes only. They reflect human interpretation, are subject to human error, and should not be considered divinely inspired or authoritative.

Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Kings 11:16
Summary
Joab occupies Edom for six months slaughtering males
Place
Edom
Event
Joab's six-month campaign of slaughter
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
History