2 Samuel 8:15-18 And David reigned over all Israel; and David executed judgment and justice to all his people.… The people of Khartoum (after giving General Gordon an enthusiastic welcome as their new Governor-General), anxiously awaited a speech in return. It came characteristic of the man: "With the help of God I will hold the balance level." It was what they wanted, a just ruler and judge, and at last they had got one. Governors formerly could only be approached by bribery of the officials around them. General Gordon had a letter-box made in the door of his palace, for all petitions, and they received his personal attention. Parallel Verses KJV: And David reigned over all Israel; and David executed judgment and justice unto all his people.WEB: David reigned over all Israel; and David executed justice and righteousness to all his people. |
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