- Bible
- 1 Samuel
- Chapter 25
- Verse 42
1 Samuel 25:42
“And Abigail hasted, and arose, and rode upon an ass, with five damsels of hers that went after her; and she went after the messengers of David, and became his wife.”
My Notes
Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Abigail hasted and arose,.... She had no objection nor hesitation in her mind about marrying David but at once…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 25:36-44
We are now to attend Nabal's funeral and Abigail's wedding.
I. Nabal's funeral. The apostle speaks of some that were…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19211 Samuel 25:39-44
David's marriage with Abigail
39. pleaded the cause, &c. Exacted from Nabal a due penalty for the injury he did me. Cp.…