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Jonathan climbed up on his hands and on his feet, and his armor bearer after him: and they fell before Jonathan; and his armor bearer killed them after him.
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Faith-Fueled Action
Commentators emphasize that Jonathan's climb was a physically demanding feat up a precipice considered inaccessible. His method of climbing on 'hands and feet' was not just for stealth but a necessity due to the steepness. This act of courage was prompted by what one scholar calls a 'Divine impulse,' showing how faith can empower believers to attempt and achieve what seems humanly impossible.
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19th Century
Anglican
And they fell before Jonathan ... — The sign he prayed for was given to him. There were probably only a few sentinels at …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Jonathan climbed up upon his hands and upon his feet He did not attempt to go up the way or pass the Philistines…
Presbyterian
Saul seems to have been quite at a loss, and unable to help himself. Those can never think themselves safe who see themselves out of God's protecti…
