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David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and Yahweh was with him.
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The Source of True Wisdom
All commentators agree that David's wisdom was not his own but a direct result of God's presence. John Gill notes the Hebrew word for 'behaved wisely' can also mean 'prospered,' linking divine presence to success. Charles Spurgeon adds that when God is with someone, they can act wisely even under malicious scrutiny. The verse presents a clear cause and effect: David behaved wisely because the Lord was with him.
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1 Samuel
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19th Century
Baptist
Because the LORD was with him, and was departed from Saul. Therefore Saul removed him from him, and made him his captain over a thousand; and h…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And David behaved himself wisely in all his ways Both in the court and in the camp, in whatever service he was emplo…
Presbyterian
For a long time David was kept in continual apprehension of falling by the hand of Saul, yet he persevered in meek and respectful behavior towards …
