He said to him, “Do not be afraid, because the hand of Saul my father will not find you, and you will be king over Israel, and I will be second in command to you; and Saul my father knows that as well.”

Commentaries

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

And I shall be next unto thee. — To us—who read a few pages further in the record of these times how this same generous, …

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And he said unto him, fear not
Distrust not the power, providence, and promises of God, nor dread the wrath of Saul,…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

David made no attempt against Saul; he kept God's way, waited God's time, and was content to secure himself in woods and wildernesses. Let it make …