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His father-in-law, the young lady`s father, retained him; and he abode with him three days: so they ate and drink, and lodged there.
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The Duty of Hospitality
Commentators explain that the father-in-law's actions go beyond simple politeness. He is practicing the sacred and serious duty of hospitality, generously providing for his guests. One scholar suggests his primary motive was to actively facilitate reconciliation and win back the Levite's heart for his erring daughter, attempting to mend the broken relationship.
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19th Century
Anglican
Retained him. —One motive of the father-in-law would doubtless be to practise the full rights of hospitality, which are in the Eas…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And his father in law, the damsel's father, retained him Prevailed upon him to stay some time with him:
Presbyterian
The three remaining chapters of this book contain a very sad history of the wickedness of the men of Gibeah, in Benjamin. The righteous Lord permit…
