Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 1:42

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Jonathan had acted in a similar capacity, as a carrier of intelligence, in the time of Absalom’s attempt 2 Samuel 15:36; 2 Samuel 17:17; but at that time, like his father, he was faithful to David, and “a valiant man,” “a virtuous man,” or “a man of worth.” (See 1 Kings 1:52; Proverbs 12:4.) return to 'Top of Page'

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