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510 B
510 B
But Levi and Benjamin were not counted among them
The Levites were supposed to lead worship and not to fight. It is unclear why Joab did not count Benjamin. This can be stated in active voice. AT: "But Joab did not count the men from the tribes of Levi and Benjamin" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)
the king's command had disgusted Joab
This can be stated in active form. AT: "Joab was offended by what David had commanded" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)