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Saul said to David, You are not able to go against this Philistine to fight with him; for you are but a youth, and he a man of war from his youth.

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Human Logic vs. God's Plan

Saul's objection is entirely reasonable from a human perspective. Commentators highlight the obvious mismatch: David was an inexperienced youth, while Goliath was a giant trained for war since his own youth. Saul's doubt wasn't necessarily malicious; it was a logical assessment of the situation. This sets the stage for God to demonstrate that His power transcends human logic and expectations.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Samuel 17:33

19th Century

Bishop

And Saul said to David ... — The king evidently looked on the brave boy with love and admiration, but at first doubted in…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Samuel 17:33

17th Century

Pastor

And Saul said to David, you are not able to go against this
Philistine to fight with him

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Samuel 17:31–39

17th Century

Minister

A shepherd lad, who had come that same morning from keeping sheep, had more courage than all the mighty men of Israel. Thus God often sends good wo…