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A Perfectly Timed Plan
Scholars note the perfect timing of Nathan's entrance, arriving just as Bathsheba finished speaking. John Gill points out this was part of their pre-arranged plan. This highlights how God's purposes can be advanced through the careful, coordinated, and timely actions of His followers.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 1:22
18th Century
Theologian
Nathan came into the palace, but not into the private chamber, which he was not permitted to enter unannounced. Bathsheba withdrew before Nathan en…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 1:22
17th Century
Pastor
And, lo, while she yet talked with the king
Just as she was concluding her speech to him:
Nathan …
Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 1:11–31
17th Century
Minister
Observe Nathan's address to Bathsheba: Let me give you counsel how to save your own life, and the life of your son. Such is the counsel Ch…