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John Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 13:17

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John Gill (1697–1771) · 18th-century historical commentary
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For it was said to me by the word of the Lord, etc.] By the angel that was sent to him, who gave him his message and instructions; which he was persuaded came from the Lord himself, and therefore looked upon himself under obligation to regard them as such: thou shall eat no bread, etc. the same that he observed to the king, (<111309>1 Kings 13:9).
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