David also arose afterward, went out of the cave, and called out to Saul, saying, “My lord the king!” And when Saul looked behind him, David stooped with his face to the earth, and bowed down.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

And cried after Saul. —The outlaw allowed the king and his companion to proceed a little way—possibly down the steep path…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

David also arose afterward after Saul was gone, and went out of the cave where he had been all …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

David was falsely charged with seeking to harm Saul; he shows Saul that God's providence had given him an opportunity to do it. And it was based on…