And Absalom commanded his servants, saying, Mark ye now, when Amnon`s heart is merry with wine; and when I say unto you, Smite Amnon, then kill him; fear not; have not I commanded you? be courageous, and be valiant.

Commentaries

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John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Now Absalom had commanded his servants
Before he and his guests were set down to the entertainment:

saying, mark…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Observe the aggravations of Absalom's sin: he had Ammon killed when he was least fit to die. He involved his servants in the guilt.

Servants…