OLD TESTAMENT

1 Samuel 18:5

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David went out wherever Saul sent him, and behaved himself wisely; and Saul set him over the men of war. It was good in the sight of all the people, and also in the sight of Saul’s servants.

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Verse 5. Prudently, or with success. Calmet.—Especially. Hebrew “also,” which enhances his praise, as courtiers are but too apt to envy those who are taken from a low condition and set over them in the king’s favour. David must have displayed great wisdom and moderation. Bible.

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