that we may: 2Ki 3:1, 2Ki 3:3; Jos 9:14; Jdg 20:8-11, Jdg 20:18, Jdg 20:23, Jdg 20:26-28; 1Ch 10:13, 1Ch 14:10, 1Ch 14:14, 1Ch 15:13
poured water: That is, was his constant and confidential servant. Mr. Hanway, speaking of a Persian supper, says, "Supper being now brought in, a servant presented a basin of water, and a napkin hung over his shoulders; he went to every one in the company, and poured water on their hands to wash." Gen 18:4; Jos 1:1; 1Ki 19:21; Luk 22:26-27; Joh 13:4-5, Joh 13:13-14; 1Ti 5:10; Phi 2:22