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Then answered one of the young men, and said, Behold, I have seen a son of Jesse the Beth-lehemite, who is skillful in playing, and a mighty man of valor, and a man of war, and prudent in speech, and a comely person; and Yahweh is with him.

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A Well-Rounded Character

The servant's description reveals David was far more than just a musician. Commentators note his established reputation for being skilled, brave, wise in speech, and handsome. This list of qualities demonstrates a well-rounded character, showing that God had been preparing David holistically for his future role long before this moment in the royal court.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 1 Samuel 16:18

18th Century

Theologian

A mighty valiant man ... - David’s reputation for courage, skill, discretion, and manly beauty was already great. Since the Spirit of th…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Samuel 16:18

19th Century

Bishop

Then answered one of the servants. —The Dean of Canterbury calls attention to the fact that the word in the original here…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Samuel 16:18

17th Century

Pastor

Then answered one of the servants
Which the Jews say F13 was Doeg the Edomite, who out of envy and ill wi…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Samuel 16:14–23

17th Century

Minister

Saul was made a terror to himself. The Spirit of the Lord departed from him. If God and his grace do not rule us, sin and Satan will take possessio…