24 Next Mephibosheth grandson of Saul arrived from Jerusalem to welcome the king. He hadn't combed his hair or trimmed his beard or washed his clothes from the day the king left until the day he returned safe and sound. 25 The king said, "And why didn't you come with me, Mephibosheth?" 26 "My master the king," he said, "my servant betrayed me. I told him to saddle my donkey so I could ride it and go with the king, for, as you know, I am lame. 27 And then he lied to you about me. But my master the king has been like one of God's angels: he knew what was right and did it. 28 Wasn't everyone in my father's house doomed? But you took me in and gave me a place at your table. What more could I ever expect or ask?" 29 "That's enough," said the king. "Say no more. Here's my decision: You and Ziba divide the property between you." 30 Mephibosheth said, "Oh, let him have it all! All I care about is that my master the king is home safe and sound!"
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Samuel 19:24-30
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.