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Barnes' Notes on 2 Samuel 6:16

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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She despised him in her heart - In the days of Saul the ark had been neglected 1 Chronicles 13:3, and Saul had in everything shown himself to be an irreligious king. Michal seems to have been of a like spirit. The whole section, 2Sa. 6:16-36, should be compared with 1 Chronicles 15:29; 1 Chronicles 16:43. The peace offerings were with a special view to feasting the people. (Compare 1 Kings 8:63-66.) return to 'Top of Page'
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