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The King Gets the Credit
Commentators note that although Jonathan struck the blow, the victory was publicly attributed to King Saul. As the commander-in-chief, the credit and responsibility fell to him. This news was intended to rally the nation around its new king for the larger conflict to come.
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1 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Samuel 13:4
18th Century
Theologian
To Gilgal - The Wadi Suweinit opens into the plain of the Jordan where Gilgal was situated. For the sanctity of Gilgal, see the note on [Ref…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Samuel 13:4
19th Century
Bishop
And all Israel heard. — Saul is mentioned instead of “Jonathan,” though the bold deed had been performed by the young pri…
John Gill
On 1 Samuel 13:4
17th Century
Pastor
And all Israel heard say that Saul had smitten a garrison of
the Philistines
For thou…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 13:1–7
17th Century
Minister
Saul reigned one year, and nothing particular happened; but in his second year, the events recorded in this chapter took place. For more than a yea…