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2 Samuel 7:19

2 Samuel 7:19
And this was yet a small thing in thy sight, O Lord GOD; but thou hast spoken also of thy servant's house for a great while to come. And is this the manner of man, O Lord GOD?

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And this was yet a small thing in thy sight, O Lord God,.... This of raising him to the throne, and settling him on it,…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Is this the manner of man - Compare 1Ch 17:17. Our passage may be thus understood: But this is the law (or prerogative)…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

And is this the manner of man - Literally: And this, O Lord God, is the law of Adam. Does he refer to the promise made…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Samuel 7:18-29

We have here the solemn address David made to God, in answer to the gracious message God had sent him. We are not told…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

Andis this the manner of man It is best to understand these difficult words as David's expression of humble astonishment…