1 Samuel 4:13
“And when he came, lo, Eli sat upon a seat by the wayside watching: for his heart trembled for the ark of God. And when the man came into the city, and told it, all the city cried out.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And when he came,.... To Shiloh; he either passed by Eli, who being blind could not see him, Sa1 4:15 or he came in at…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
His heart trembled for the ark of God - He was a most mild and affectionate father, and yet the safety of the ark lay…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Samuel 4:12-18
Tidings are here brought to Shiloh of the fatal issue of their battle with the Philistines. Bad news flies fast. This…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Eli sat upon a seat Was sitting upon the seat, (or, his seat). We must imagine him sitting upon his official seat by the…
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