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- 1 Chronicles
- Chapter 11
- Verse 17
1 Chronicles 11:17
And David longed, and said, Oh that one would give me drink of the water of the well of Bethlehem, that is at the gate!
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Methodist theologian, 1762–1832
Adam Clarke
David longed - See the notes on Sa2 23:15-17 (note).
We have here an account of David's worthies, the great men of his time that served him and were preferred by him. The first edition of this catalogue we had, Sa2 23:8, etc. This is much the same, only…
Academic commentary, 1882–1921
Cambridge Bible
give me drinkof the water R.V. give me water to drink.
thatis at R.V. which is by (so Sam.).
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