1 Samuel 21:14-15

The man is mad. Achish supposes that David's madness was real, and "drove him away" ( Psalms 34:1-22 ; title). Here we have only his contemptuous words, declaring that he had madmen enough of his own, and needed no more. As madmen were looked upon in old time as possessed by the Deity, and therefore as persons who must not be interfered with, they probably presumed upon the liberty granted them, and gave much annoyance. In my presence. Rather, "against me." Achish feared personal injury. Shall this fellow come into my house? A strong negative taking the form of a question. It means, David shall not enter into my service (comp. Psalms 34:1-22 ; title). The whole psalm bears witness to the deep perturbation of David's spirit, and helps to explain his strange conduct.

HOMILETICS.