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Setting the Scene for Heroism
Commentators note that this verse establishes a high-stakes situation. David is in a stronghold (the cave of Adullam), while a formidable Philistine army is encamped in the nearby Valley of Rephaim. This context of great danger is crucial for understanding the incredible loyalty and bravery his men display in the story that follows.
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2 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Samuel 23:13
18th Century
Theologian
The feat at Bethlehem by three of the thirty led to their being formed into a distinct triad. These three were probably Abishai ([Reference 2 Samue…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Samuel 23:13
19th Century
Bishop
Three of the thirty. —For “three” the Hebrew text reads “thirty” by a manifest error, which is corrected in the margin. These are …
John Gill
On 2 Samuel 23:13
17th Century
Pastor
And three of the thirty chiefs went down
Or three that were chief of the thirty, superior to them; which some unders…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Samuel 23:8–39
17th Century
Minister
David once earnestly longed for the water at the well of Bethlehem. It seems to be an instance of weakness. He was thirsty; he had often refreshed …