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The Blueprint for Leadership
Commentators agree that this verse lays out God's non-negotiable standard for all rulers: they must govern with justice and a reverent "fear of God." This principle, spoken by God Himself, was a charge to David, an instruction for Solomon, and remains a timeless benchmark for anyone in a position of authority.
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2 Samuel
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Samuel 23:3
19th Century
Bishop
The Rock of Israel. —Compare to 2 Samuel 22:3. A frequent Scriptural comparison, appropriate here, to show the perfect…
Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Samuel 23:1–5
19th Century
Preacher
Now these be the last words of David. David the son of Jesse said, and the man who was raised up on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, and…
John Gill
On 2 Samuel 23:3
17th Century
Pastor
The God of Israel said
To David, or by him; he who was the covenant God of Israel literally considered, and is the c…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Samuel 23:1–7
17th Century
Minister
These words of David are very worthy of regard. Let those who have had long experience of God's goodness, and the pleasantness of heavenly wisdom, …