John Trapp Complete Commentary - 1 Samuel 12:2
1Sa 12:2 And now, behold, the king walketh before you: and I am old and grayheaded; and, behold, my sons [are] with you: and I have walked before you from my childhood unto this day. Ver. 2. And now, behold, the king walketh before you. ] Graditur ante vos: gressu, sc., grallatorio, with a pace and state befitting a king: with care and charge also, to be unto you a shepherd and a shield. See Numbers 27:17 . For which purpose, Samuel, as he here resigneth his power to him, so he propoundeth... read more
John Trapp Complete Commentary - 1 Samuel 12:1
1Sa 12:1 And Samuel said unto all Israel, Behold, I have hearkened unto your voice in all that ye said unto me, and have made a king over you. Ver. 1. And Samuel said unto all Israel ] In this most excellent chapter the people giveth testimony to Samuel’s innocency, heareth his wisdom, seeth his patience, admireth his power with God. Behold, I have hearkened unto your voice. ] Which was so violent and impetuous. Now you must hearken to my voice, and be told that after your peace offerings God... read more