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But if you shall still do wickedly, you shall be consumed, both you and your king."

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A King Offers No Immunity

Commentators stress that the king Israel demanded for protection would offer no immunity from God's judgment. John Gill notes that their king would perish with them, as Saul later did. This verse serves as a powerful reminder that no human leader or institution can shield a nation from the consequences of collective sin.

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1 Samuel

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John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Samuel 12:25

17th Century

Pastor

But if you shall still do wickedly
Continue to rebel against God, revolt from him, and depart from his worship, and …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Samuel 12:16–25

17th Century

Minister

At Samuel's word, God sent thunder and rain at a time of year when, in that country, such an occurrence was not usually seen. This was to convince …