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- 2 Samuel
- Chapter 15
- Verse 5
2 Samuel 15:5
“And it was so, that when any man came nigh to him to do him obeisance, he put forth his hand, and took him, and kissed him.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And it was so, that when any man came nigh to him to do him obeisance,.... To pay his respects, and bow to him, as being…
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
put forth his hand Instead of allowing the people to do him homage as the king's son, he took them by the hand, and…
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