Tarry at Jericho. —In consideration for his humiliated ambassadors, David directs them to remain at Jericho, which lay di…

When they told [it] unto David
Not the ambassadors, for they were not yet arrived, but some of their servants, perha…

Nahash had been an enemy to Israel, yet had shown kindness to David. David therefore resolves gratefully to return it. If a Pharisee gives alms in …