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A Repentance of Fear
Commentators observe that Ahab's repentance was an outward show, not a true change of heart. It was driven by a fear of punishment, not a genuine hatred for his sin. As Matthew Henry notes, it was a 'garb and guise' of penitence, while his heart remained unhumbled. This highlights the critical difference between worldly sorrow over consequences and true, godly repentance.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 21:27
18th Century
Theologian
Ahab's repentance resembles that of the Ninevites (Jonah 3:5). It has the same outward signs—fasting and sackcloth—and it has much the …
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 21:27
19th Century
Bishop
And went softly. —The translation seems correct; the meaning is variously conjectured. The Septuagint (in some MSS.) has “bent down” in so…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 21:27
17th Century
Pastor
Ver. 27 And it came to pass when Ahab heard these words
Delivered in (1 Kings 21:21–24) ,
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 21:17–29
17th Century
Minister
Blessed Paul complains that he was sold under sin (Romans 7:14), as a poor captive against his will. But Ahab was willing. He …