Scholars debate the meaning of 'leaping over the threshold.' Some, like Ellicott, suggest it refers to a pagan Philistine ritual honoring the idol Dagon. However, most commentators, including Calvin and Barnes, argue it's a vivid metaphor for the arrogant and violent invasion of homes by officials or servants to plunder goods for their masters. In this view, the 'leaping' signifies triumphant, insolent robbery.