1 Samuel 14:19
“And it came to pass, while Saul talked unto the priest, that the noise that was in the host of the Philistines went on and increased: and Saul said unto the priest, Withdraw thine hand.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And it came to pass, while Saul talked with the priest,.... With Ahiah about bringing the ark, and inquiring before it:…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Withdraw thine hand - i. e., “Desist from what thou art about.” Saul in his impatience to join the battle would not wait…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
While Saul talked unto the priest - Before he had made an end of consulting him, the increasing noise of the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 14:16-23
We have here the prosecution and improvement of the wonderful advantages which Jonathan and his armour-bearer gained…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Withdraw thine hand Desist from the inquiry. With characteristic impatience Saul would not wait for God's answer.
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