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A Clash of Worldviews
Commentators consistently point out that Michal is called "Saul's daughter" to emphasize her perspective. Raised in a court that neglected the ark and prioritized royal decorum, she couldn't comprehend David's passionate, public worship. Her contempt reveals a heart that, like her father's, valued outward dignity over genuine religious enthusiasm.
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2 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Samuel 6:16
18th Century
Theologian
She despised him in her heart - In the days of Saul the ark had been neglected (1 Chronicles 13:3), and Saul had in everything s…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Samuel 6:16
19th Century
Bishop
She despised him. The contrast is strongly brought out here between the spirit of Saul’s house, in which Michal had been …
John Gill
On 2 Samuel 6:16
17th Century
Pastor
And as the ark of the Lord came into the city of David
Being brought there on the shoulders of the Levites:
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Samuel 6:12–19
17th Century
Minister
It became evident that the man who had the ark near him was happy. Christ is indeed a Stone of stumbling, and a Rock of offence, to those …