29 The king said to him, "Why say more? I order you and Ziba to divide the land."

Other Translations of 2 Samuel 19:29

King James Version

29 And the king said unto him, Why speakest thou any more of thy matters? I have said, Thou and Ziba divide the land.

English Standard Version

29 And the king said to him, "Why speak any more of your affairs? I have decided: you and Ziba shall divide the land."

The Message

29 "That's enough," said the king. "Say no more. Here's my decision: You and Ziba divide the property between you."

New King James Version

29 So the king said to him, "Why do you speak anymore of your matters? I have said, 'You and Ziba divide the land.' "

New Living Translation

29 "You've said enough," David replied. "I've decided that you and Ziba will divide your land equally between you."

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Samuel 19:29

Commentary on 2 Samuel 19:24-30

(Read 2 Samuel 19:24-30)

David recalls the forfeiture of Mephibosheth's estate; and he expressed joy for the king's return. A good man contentedly bears his own losses, while he sees Israel in peace, and the Son of David exalted.