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Raw Blame History

my cousin

Amasa was the son of the sister of Joab's mother.

affectionately

"kindly"

took Amasa by the beard with his right hand to kiss him

This was a common way for men to greet one another.

dagger

a short sword that is easy to hide and was often used for close-in fighting and assassinations

bowels spilled

"intestines spilled"