1 Samuel 17:19

“Now Saul, and they, and all the men of Israel, were in the valley of Elah, fighting with the Philistines.”

My Notes

Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

Now Saul, and they,.... That is, the sons of Jesse, and brethren of David:

and all the men of Israel; the soldiers in…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Fighting with the Philistines - See at the end of the chapter, Sa1 17:58 (note).

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 17:12-30

Forty days the two armies lay encamped facing one another, each advantageously posted, but neither forward to engage.…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

Now Saul, &c. Probably, "Now Saul and they … are," &c., i.e. it is Jesse's direction to David where to find his…