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1 Samuel 24:20

1 Samuel 24:20
And now, behold, I know well that thou shalt surely be king, and that the kingdom of Israel shall be established in thine hand.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And now, behold, I know well that thou shalt surely be king,.... Not merely by the common report, that he was anointed…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

I know well that thou shalt surely be king - Hebrew, Reigning, thou shalt reign. He knew this before; and yet he…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 24:16-22

Here we have,

I. Saul's penitent reply to David's speech. It was strange that he had patience to hear him out,…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

I know well, &c. See note on 1Sa 28:9. And yet, knowing the Will of God, he resists it!

the kingdom of Israel shall be…