And all the men of Judah answered the men of Israel, Because the king is near of kin to us: why then are you angry for this matter? have we eaten at all of the king's cost? or has he given us any gift?
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
Nearer related. (Haydock)
Us. What advantage have we gained? or, what have you lost? (Calmet)