1 Samuel 17:6
“And he had greaves of brass upon his legs, and a target of brass between his shoulders.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And he had greaves of brass upon his legs,.... Which were a sort of boots, or leg harnesses, which covered the thighs…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
A target ... - Rather, “a javelin.” as in 1Sa 17:45, and placed between the shoulders, as the quiver was.
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Greaves of brass upon his legs - This species of armor may be seen on many ancient monuments. It was a plate of brass…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 17:1-11
It was not long ago that the Philistines were soundly beaten, and put to the worse, before Israel, and they would have…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
greaves Armour for the legs and feet: from Fr. grève, -the shin." "Greaves" from the Assyrian monuments are figured in…