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1 Samuel 24:18

1 Samuel 24:18
And thou hast shewed this day how that thou hast dealt well with me: forasmuch as when the LORD had delivered me into thine hand, thou killedst me not.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And thou hast showed this day how that thou hast dealt well with me,.... The cutting off of the skirt of his robe only,…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 24:16-22

Here we have,

I. Saul's penitent reply to David's speech. It was strange that he had patience to hear him out,…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19211 Samuel 24:16-22

Saul's momentary remorse

16. my son David The old fatherly feeling revived. The generous loving heart of the old days…

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