- Bible
- Joshua
- Chapter 15
- Verse 16
Joshua 15:16
“And Caleb said, He that smiteth Kirjathsepher, and taketh it, to him will I give Achsah my daughter to wife.”
My Notes
Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Caleb said, he that smiteth Kirjathsepher, and taketh it,.... Which he ordered to be proclaimed through the army…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Will I give Achsah my daughter - In ancient times fathers assumed an absolute right over their children, especially in…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Joshua 15:13-19
The historian seems pleased with every occasion to make mention of Caleb and to do him honour, because he had honoured…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
to him will I give Achsah my daughter So Saul promised to the victor over Goliath to "give him his daughter" (1Sa…