1 Samuel 14:47
“So Saul took the kingdom over Israel, and fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, and against the children of Ammon, and against Edom, and against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines: and whithersoever he turned himself, he vexed them.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
So Saul took the kingdom over Israel,.... Which seemed to be almost taken from him when he was shut up in Gibeah, and…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Compare 2Sa 8:15. The preceding narrative shows that before this time Saul had been king in name only, since his country…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
So Saul took the kingdom - The Targum appears to give the meaning of this expression: "Saul prospered in his government…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 14:47-52
Here is a general account of Saul's court and camp. 1. Of his court and family, the names of his sons and daughters (Sa1…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19211 Samuel 14:47-52
Summary account of Saul's wars and family
47. So Saul took the kingdom The various wars undertaken by Saul whom the…
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