So Abigail rose in haste and rode on a donkey, attended by five of her maidens; and she followed the messengers of David, and became his wife.

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John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And Abigail hastened and arose
She had no objection nor hesitation in her mind about marrying David but at once conse…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Abigail believed that David would be king over Israel, and greatly esteemed his pious and excellent character. She deemed his proposal of marriage …