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The watchman said, I think the running of the foremost is like the running of Ahimaaz the son of Zadok. The king said, He is a good man, and comes with good news.
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Character Shapes Perception
Commentators highlight that David's immediate conclusion is based entirely on the messenger's character. Because Ahimaaz was known as "a good man," David automatically assumed he brought "good tidings." This illustrates how a person's established reputation for integrity and loyalty can shape expectations and precede them in any situation.
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2 Samuel
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the watchman said, I thinkF2; I perceive, so it appears to me:
that the running of the …
Presbyterian
By directing David to give God thanks for his victory, Ahimaaz prepared him for the news of his son's death. The more our hearts are steadfast and …
