2 Samuel 15:6
“And on this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment: so Absalom stole the hearts of the men of Israel.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And in this manner did Absalom to all Israel that came to the king for judgment,.... Told them there was none to be had,…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Stole the hearts - i. e., deceived them, for so the same phrase means Gen 31:20, Gen 31:26.
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
So Absalom stole the hearts - His manner of doing this is circumstantially related above. He was thoroughly versed in…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 15:1-6
Absalom is no sooner restored to his place at court than he aims to be in the throne. He that was unhumbled under his…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
stole the hearts Robbed his father of the people's affection and transferred it to himself. Sept. ἰδιοποιεῖτο = made his…