2 Samuel 15:2
“And Absalom rose up early, and stood beside the way of the gate: and it was so, that when any man that had a controversy came to the king for judgment, then Absalom called unto him, and said, Of what city art thou? And he said, Thy servant is of one of the tribes of Israel.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Absalom rose up early,.... Every morning, to show how diligent and industrious he should be, and closely apply…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 15:1-6
Absalom is no sooner restored to his place at court than he aims to be in the throne. He that was unhumbled under his…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
beside the way of the gate By the side of the road leading to the gate of the king's palace, where he sat to transact…
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