And the Philistines gathered themselves together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Saul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Gilboa - Now called Jebel Fukuak. But the ancient name is preserved in the village of Jelbon, situated on the south side of the mountain. It…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

And pitched in Shunem. — As has already been described in the note on 1 Samuel 27:1, the Philistine army had …

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And the Philistines gathered themselves together
From different parts, and formed a considerable army:

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

David could not refuse Achish without danger. If he promised assistance, and then stood neutral, or went over to the Israelites, he would behave wi…

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