1 Samuel 18:15
“Wherefore when Saul saw that he behaved himself very wisely, he was afraid of him.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And all Israel and Judah loved David,.... The verb is singular, and denotes that everyone of them loved him in all the…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
He was afraid of him - He saw that, by his prudent conduct, he was every day gaining increasing influence.
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 18:12-30
Saul had now, in effect, proclaimed war with David. He began in open hostility when he threw the javelin at him. Now we…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
was afraid of him Stood in awe of him, a stronger expression than that in 1Sa 18:18, denoting primarily the avoidance of…
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