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Therefore now return, and go in peace, that you not displease the lords of the Philistines.

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A Divine Deliverance

Matthew Henry highlights that David's dismissal was a profound act of God's deliverance. While it appeared to be a rejection, it saved David from the 'ensnaring service' of having to fight against his own people, Israel. This event is seen as one of David's greatest rescues, orchestrated by God's providence.

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John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Samuel 29:7

17th Century

Pastor

Wherefore now return
To Ziklag:

and go in peace ;
not only in a peaceable mann…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Samuel 29:6–11

17th Century

Minister

David rarely had a greater deliverance than when he was dismissed from such ensnaring service. God's people should always behave in such a way as, …