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A King's Legitimate Fear
Commentators explain that Saul's request was rooted in a brutal political reality. In the ancient Near East, it was common for a new king to secure his throne by executing the entire family of the previous ruler, eliminating any potential rivals. Scholars cite biblical examples of this practice, showing that Saul's fear for his children's lives was tragically well-founded.
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1 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Samuel 24:21
18th Century
Theologian
Swear now... — This is the same request that Jonathan made in 1 Samuel 20:15. The deep, genealogical feeling of the Israelites i…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Samuel 24:21
19th Century
Bishop
Swear now therefore unto me. —Saul was so strongly convinced at this moment that David would before long occupy the throne of Israel that …
John Gill
On 1 Samuel 24:21
17th Century
Pastor
Swear now therefore to me by the Lord
By the Word of the Lord, as the, Targum:
that you will not …
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 24:16–22
17th Century
Minister
Saul speaks as if completely overcome by David's kindness. Many mourn for their sins but do not truly repent of them; they weep bitterly for them, …