Matthew Henry Presbyterian @wholebiblehenry

Soon after the messengers had brought the news of the defeat and death of Absalom to the court of Mahanaim, Joab and his victorious army followed, to grace the king's triumphs and receive his further orders. Now here we are told, I.

Commenting on 2 Samuel 19:1-8

John Gill Reformed Baptist @doctorgill

But the king covered his face,.... And would not see his generals, and thank them for their services: but wrapped himself in his mantle, after the manner of mourners: and the king cried with a loud voice, O my son Absalom! O Absalom, my son, my son!

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Reformed @jfbcommentary

the king covered his face--one of the usual signs of mourning (see on Sa2 15:30).