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1 Kings 13:20

1 Kings 13:20
And it came to pass, as they sat at the table, that the word of the LORD came unto the prophet that brought him back:

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

But camest back, and hast eaten bread and drunk water in the place, of the which the Lord did say to thee, eat no bread,…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

The word of the Lord came unto the prophet that brought him back - "A great clamor," says Dr. Kennicott, "has been…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Kings 13:11-22

The man of God had honestly and resolutely refused the king's invitation, though he promised him a reward; yet he was…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

as they sat at the table They were having a proper meal. The expression -to eat bread and to drink water" signifies -to…