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1 Samuel 18:22

King James Version (KJV)

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Scripture focus

And Saul commanded his servants, [saying], Commune with David secretly, and say, Behold, the king hath delight in thee, and all his servants love thee: now therefore be the king’s son in law.

1 Samuel 18:22 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 1 Samuel 18:22

Theological / Devotional

Commanded his servants. Having deliberately taken Merab from David, Saul proceeded by underhand methods to inform the youth that he still wanted him for his son-in-law. He arranged to snare David by means of a court whispering campaign. The servants themselves probably did not realize the part they were unconsciously playing in the drama.

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