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The men of Israel were distressed that day; for Saul had adjured the people, saying, Cursed be the man who eats any food until it be evening, and I be avenged on my enemies. So none of the people tasted food.
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A Rash and Unwise Vow
Commentators unanimously describe Saul's oath as unwise and a 'great error.' While intended to press the attack, it was counterproductive. As Matthew Henry notes, 'if it gained time, it lost strength for the pursuit.' This illustrates how a leader's rash, human-centered plans can bring unnecessary distress and hinder the very outcome they desire.
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19th Century
Anglican
And the men of Israel were distressed that day. —The Septuagint, between the 23rd and 24th verses, has a somewhat long ad…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the men of Israel were distressed that day By reason of the following order Saul gave with an oath, forbidding a…
Presbyterian
Saul's severe order was very unwise; if it gained time, it lost strength for the pursuit. Such is the nature of our bodies that daily work cannot b…
