2 Samuel 17:16
“Now therefore send quickly, and tell David, saying, Lodge not this night in the plains of the wilderness, but speedily pass over; lest the king be swallowed up, and all the people that are with him.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Now Jonathan and Ahimaaz stayed by Enrogel,.... Who were the sons of the priests; these did not go into the city of…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Hushai, like a wise and prudent man, knowing, too, Absalom’s weak and fickle character, would not depend upon the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 17:15-21
We must now leave David's enemies pleasing themselves with the thoughts of a sure victory by following Hushai's counsel,…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–19212 Samuel 17:16-22
Hushai sends word to David by Jonathan and Ahimaaz
16. Lodge not this night A prudent precaution, for Absalom might…
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