OLD TESTAMENT

1 Samuel 2:35

The Holy Bible · English
All chapters

Read all chapter notes ↗

Bilingual reading
Text

Open an explanation beneath verses with notes. Your notes and highlights stay on this device.

35

I will raise up a faithful priest for myself who will do according to that which is in my heart and in my mind. I will build him a sure house. He will walk before my anointed forever.

ExplanationCommentary
EXPLANATION

Verse 35. Faithful often denotes what shall continue a long time. Isaiah 33:16 and 55:3. Calmet.—But in the conduct of Sadoc, we find nothing reprehensible. Menochius.—This faithful priest pointed out the Christian priesthood, as the sequel shews. Calmet.—All days. He shall perform his office. Bible.—Anointed, king Solomon. Menochius.—The priests of the new law ought always to have Christ in view. Calmet.

Read all chapter notes
Read the whole chapter