1 Samuel 14:27
“But Jonathan heard not when his father charged the people with the oath: wherefore he put forth the end of the rod that was in his hand, and dipped it in an honeycomb , and put his hand to his mouth; and his eyes were enlightened.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
But Jonathan heard not when his father charged the people with the oath,.... Which charge was given, either before he…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Were enlightened - i. e., he was refreshed, when he was faint.
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
His eyes were enlightened - Hunger and fatigue affect and dim the sight; on taking food, this affection is immediately…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 14:24-35
We have here an account of the distress of the children of Israel, even in the day of their triumphs. Such alloys are…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
his eyes were enlightened Cp. Psa 13:3. His bodily powers were refreshed. The opposite idea is conveyed by the Heb.…
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