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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And David said, what have I now done?.... That is criminal and blameworthy; as if he should say, I have only expressed…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Is there not a cause? - i. e., is not Saul’s promise, and the insolence of Goliath, a sufficent cause for what I am…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Is there not a cause? - הלוא דבר הוא halo dabar hu. I believe the meaning is what several of the versions express: I…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 17:12-30
Forty days the two armies lay encamped facing one another, each advantageously posted, but neither forward to engage.…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Is there not a cause A sufficient cause for his coming, namely, his father's command. But probably the words mean, "Is…
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