In a hold — This refers to the hold mentioned in 1 Chronicles 11:16, which was near the cave of Adullam (according to a…

And David [was] then in an hold
In a strong hold; the strong hold of Zion, as Josephus ^F24 , or one on a …

David once earnestly longed for the water at the well of Bethlehem. It seems to be an instance of weakness. He was thirsty; he had often refreshed …