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Why did Ben Hadad send men?
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Malbim: It was to see [how many were approaching]. He heard that it was "Anashim", i.e. individuals, and not a large army. Therefore, he did not leave his drinking party.
Why did Ben Hadad send men?
Malbim: It was to see [how many were approaching]. He heard that it was "Anashim", i.e. individuals, and not a large army. Therefore, he did not leave his drinking party.