2 Samuel 19:4
“But the king covered his face, and the king cried with a loud voice, O my son Absalom, O Absalom, my son, my son!”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
But the king covered his face,.... And would not see his generals, and thank them for their services: but wrapped…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
The king covered his face - This was the custom of mourners.
O my son Absalom - Calmet has properly remarked that the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 19:1-8
Soon after the messengers had brought the news of the defeat and death of Absalom to the court of Mahanaim, Joab and his…