2 Samuel 2:5
“And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabeshgilead , and said unto them, Blessed be ye of the LORD, that ye have shewed this kindness unto your lord, even unto Saul, and have buried him.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabeshgilead,.... To return them thanks for their courage and boldness in…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
David sent messengers unto - Jabesh-gilead - This was a generous and noble act, highly indicative of the grandeur of…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 2:1-7
When Saul and Jonathan were dead, though David knew himself anointed to be king, and now saw his way very clear, yet he…
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