1 Samuel 18:4
“And Jonathan stripped himself of the robe that was upon him, and gave it to David, and his garments, even to his sword, and to his bow, and to his girdle.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Jonathan stripped himself of the robe that was upon him,.... As a token of his hearty love and true friendship, and…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Jonathan stripped himself - Presents of clothes or rich robes, in token of respect and friendship, are frequent in the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 18:1-5
David was anointed to the crown to take it out of Saul's hand, and over Jonathan's head, and yet here we find,
I. That…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Jonathan stript himself, &c. Jonathan gave David (1) his mĕîlor long outer robe for ordinary wear (see on 1Sa 2:19); (2)…
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