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An Ambitious Uncle
Commentators suggest Saul's uncle was the soon-to-be-famous Abner (or his father, Ner). Unlike Saul's unassuming father, this uncle is portrayed as ambitious and observant. His pointed questions imply he may have already heard rumors or noticed a significant change in Saul, adding a layer of political and family intrigue to the story.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Samuel 10:14
18th Century
Theologian
From the order of the narrative and the mention of Saul’s servant, it appears that Saul found his uncle at the high place. Perhaps some solemn cere…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Samuel 10:14
19th Century
Bishop
Saul’s uncle. —Most probably, this uncle was the subsequently famous Abner—so Ewald, Josephus, and others. Kish, the father of Sau…
John Gill
On 1 Samuel 10:14
17th Century
Pastor
And Saul's uncle said to him, and to his servant, where
you went ?
Since they had been …
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 10:9–16
17th Century
Minister
The signs Samuel had given Saul came to pass punctually; he found that God had given him another heart, another disposition of mind. Yet, an outwar…