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She arose, and bowed herself with her face to the earth, and said, Behold, your handmaid is a servant to wash the feet of the servants of my lord.
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An Expression of Radical Humility
Commentators explain that Abigail's offer to "wash the feet of the servants of my lord" was an expression of profound humility. John Gill notes this was considered one of the most menial tasks, showing she felt unworthy to be David's wife but would be honored to serve those who served him. Her bow to the messengers was as reverent as if David himself were present.
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1 Samuel
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Reformed Baptist
And she arose, and bowed herself on [her] face to the earth , &c.] As she did before David, ([Reference 1 Samuel 25:…
Presbyterian
Abigail believed that David would be king over Israel, and greatly esteemed his pious and excellent character. She deemed his proposal of marriage …