1 Samuel 2:23
“And he said unto them, Why do ye such things? for I hear of your evil dealings by all this people.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Nay, my sons,.... This seems to be too soft and smooth an appellation, too kind and endearing, considering the offence…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Why do ye such things! - Eli appears to have been a fondly affectionate, easy father, who wished his sons to do well,…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 2:11-26
In these verses we have the good character and posture of Elkanah's family, and the bad character and posture of Eli's…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
for I hear of your evil dealings Rather, for I hear evil things of yon from all this people.
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