1 Samuel 29:9
“And Achish answered and said to David, I know that thou art good in my sight, as an angel of God: notwithstanding the princes of the Philistines have said, He shall not go up with us to the battle.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Achish answered and said unto David,.... In reply to the questions:
I know that thou art good in my sight as an…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
As an angel of God - There is some reason to think that Achish had actually embraced or was favourably disposed towards…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 29:6-11
If the reasons Achish had to trust David were stronger than the reasons which the princes offered why they should…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
I know that, &c. Better, I know it, for, &c.
as an angel of God Cp. 2Sa 14:17; 2Sa 14:20; 2Sa 19:27. The Sept. (B) omits…
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