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1 Samuel 19:9

1 Samuel 19:9
And the evil spirit from the LORD was upon Saul, as he sat in his house with his javelin in his hand: and David played with his hand.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And the evil spirit from the Lord was upon Saul,.... His melancholy and frantic disorder returned upon those victories…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

And the evil spirit from the Lord - His envy and jealousy again returned, producing distraction of mind, which was…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 19:8-10

Here I. David continues his good services to his king and country. Though Saul had requited him evil for good, and even…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

the evil spirit See on 1Sa 16:14.

as he sat, &c. Now he was sitting in his house with his spear in his hand, and David…

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