1 Samuel 20:6
“If thy father at all miss me, then say, David earnestly asked leave of me that he might run to Bethlehem his city: for there is a yearly sacrifice there for all the family.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
If thy father at all miss me,.... Or diligently inquires after me:
then say, David earnestly asked leave of me, that…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 20:1-8
Here, I. David makes a representation to Jonathan of his present troubles. While Saul lay bound by his trance at Naioth…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
a yearly sacrifice there for all the family This request incidentally throws light on the religious customs of the age.…
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