because David did that which was right in the LORD’s eyes, and didn’t turn away from anything that he commanded him all the days of his life, except only in the matter of Uriah the Hittite.
ExplanationCommentary
Verse 5. Hethite. This could not be excused. But all his other imperfections might not appear criminal in the eyes of the world, as they had some pretext of virtue; so that God reserves the judgment of them to himself, and to David’s conscience, who confessed that he had sinned. 2 Kennicott. 24:10. Tirinus.—Except David, Ezechias, and Josias, all the kings of Juda committed sin; (Sirach 49:5. Calmet.) and not one of those who ruled over Israel, gave an example of virtue. Bible.—David soon entered into himself, with respect to his other failings. But he continued for a long time involved in the guilt of adultery and murder. Sanchez.