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Mephibosheth, the son of Jonathan, the son of Saul, came to David, and fell on his face, and did obeisance. David said, Mephibosheth. He answered, Behold, your servant!
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A Posture of Fear and Humility
Commentators note that Mephibosheth, as a descendant of the former king Saul, approached David with extreme humility by falling on his face. This act likely stemmed from fear, as a new king might eliminate potential rivals (Source 1). His response, "Behold, thy servant," signals his complete submission to David's authority and his vulnerable position (Source 2).
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Mephibosheth - Also called Merib-baal (and Meri-baal, probably by a clerical error, 1 Chronicles 9:40). The two names seem to ha…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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