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A Bond of History
Commentators explain the messengers went to Gibeah because of a deep historical bond. The tribe of Benjamin (Saul's tribe) had previously found wives in Jabesh-gilead (Judges 21), creating a strong sense of kinship. The people's weeping was a genuine expression of sympathy for relatives in a desperate crisis.
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1 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Samuel 11:4
18th Century
Theologian
They came to Gibeah because of the connection between the Benjamites and the people of Jabesh (Judges 21).
In the ears of…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Samuel 11:4
19th Century
Bishop
Then came the messengers to Gibeah. —In the preceding verse we read that it was resolved by the beleaguered city to send messengers to all…
John Gill
On 1 Samuel 11:4
17th Century
Pastor
Then came the messengers to Gibeah of Saul
Where he was born, and brought up, and now dwelt; and he being elected king, it bro…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 11:1–11
17th Century
Minister
The first fruit of Saul's government was the rescue of Jabesh-gilead from the Ammonites. To save their lives, men will part with liberty, and even …