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1 Samuel 17:11

1 Samuel 17:11
When Saul and all Israel heard those words of the Philistine, they were dismayed, and greatly afraid.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

When Saul and all Israel heard these words of the Philistine,.... For they were delivered with such a tone and strength…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Saul and all Israel - were dismayed - They saw no man able to accept the challenge.

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 17:1-11

It was not long ago that the Philistines were soundly beaten, and put to the worse, before Israel, and they would have…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19211 Samuel 17:4-11

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