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As he went to Ziklag, there fell to him of Manasseh, Adnah, and Jozabad, and Jediael, and Michael, and Jozabad, and Elihu, and Zillethai, captains of thousands who were of Manasseh.
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God's Strategic Timing
Commentators explain that these seven men were high-ranking military commanders from the tribe of Manasseh. They strategically joined David at a pivotal moment—after he was dismissed by the Philistines but just before King Saul's final battle. This shows David's growing influence and God's providence in building his future kingdom.
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19th Century
Anglican
As he went to Ziklag. — On his dismissal by the Philistine princes, David returned with his men to Ziklag ([Reference 1 Samuel 30:…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
As he went to Ziklag, there fell to him of Manasseh Others besides the former, who joined him when he went with the …
Presbyterian
Here is an account of those who appeared and acted as David's friends while he was persecuted. No difficulties or dangers should keep the sinner fr…
