2Sa 3:26-27 | TNotes | STEP | 3:26 The precise location of the well of Sirah is unknown; presumably it was not far from Hebron. • David knew nothing about it: See study note on 3:21.

‏ 2 Samuel 3:26-27

3:26 ^a The precise location of the well of Sirah is unknown; presumably it was not far from Hebron.

• David knew nothing about it: See study note on 3:21.
3:27 ^b as if to speak with him privately: Joab accused Abner of deception (3:25 ^c), but he used deception himself to lure Abner to his death.

• in revenge: Joab was motivated by the practice of blood vengeance, avenging the death of a kinsman by killing the killer.