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Wesley's Explanatory Notes on 1 Samuel 11:14

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John Wesley (1703–1791) · 18th-century historical commentary
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Then - While the people were together by Jabesh - gilead, wherein Samuel's great prudence and fidelity to Saul is evident. He suspended the confirmation of Saul at first, whilst the generality of the people were disaffected, and now when he had given such eminent proof of his princely virtues, and when the peoples hearts were eagerly set upon him, he takes this as the fittest season for that work. Renew - That is, confirm our former choice. 1 Kings (1 Samuel) 11:15
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