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They told the king, saying, Behold, Nathan the prophet. When he was come in before the king, he bowed himself before the king with his face to the ground.
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Reverence for the Office
John Gill highlights Nathan's profound act of reverence, bowing with his face to the ground. This respect was shown to David not because he was on a throne in power, but while he was weak and in bed. This serves as a powerful example of honoring the office of leadership that God has established, regardless of the leader's personal condition.
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Reformed Baptist
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