1Ki 2:6 | KingComments | STEP | The murder committed by Joab on Abner should have been punished by David, but he did not do so out of weakness ( ). However, he has no rest and instructs Solomon to do so. Also the murder on Amasa ( ) committed by Joab has yet to be punished. Solomon must exercise God’s justice, as the Lord Jesus will do one day. Justice must have its course. Joab unjustly smeared his service (belt) and his walk (shoes) with blood. Therefore he will not die peacefully, but by the sword of judgment. In the case of Joab, the general, special wisdom is needed in order for justice to have its course in the right way. Otherwise the army could revolt. David connects righteousness to wisdom or understanding ( ). Justice must be exercised with Divine wisdom. Only then no mistakes are made. The work of righteousness is peace ( ).

‏ 1 Kings 2:6

Command to Deal With Joab

The murder committed by Joab on Abner should have been punished by David, but he did not do so out of weakness (2Sam 3:39). However, he has no rest and instructs Solomon to do so. Also the murder on Amasa (2Sam 20:10) committed by Joab has yet to be punished. Solomon must exercise God’s justice, as the Lord Jesus will do one day.

Justice must have its course. Joab unjustly smeared his service (belt) and his walk (shoes) with blood. Therefore he will not die peacefully, but by the sword of judgment. In the case of Joab, the general, special wisdom is needed in order for justice to have its course in the right way. Otherwise the army could revolt. David connects righteousness to wisdom or understanding (Jer 23:5). Justice must be exercised with Divine wisdom. Only then no mistakes are made. The work of righteousness is peace (Isa 32:17).