Wesley Corpus

Barefoot - In testimony of his deep sorrow, and humiliation and shame for his sins. And say - That is, as faithful to thee, as I have been to thy father. David's suggesting this crafty counsel must be reckoned amongst his sins. Nevertheless God was pleased to direct this evil advice to a good end. There - Not in Jerusalem, but in a place near it, to which they could easily send upon occasion. Absalom came, &c. - How soon do royal cities and royal palaces change their masters But we look for a kingdom which cannot be moved. Chapter XVI David is deceived by Ziba, ver. 1 - 4. And cursed by Shemei, ver. 5 - 14. Absalom receives Hushai, ver. 15 - 19. Lies with his father's concubines, ver. 20 - 23. Bottle - A large bottle, or vessel proportionable to the other provisions. Behold - A rash sentence, and unrighteous to condemn a man unheard, upon the single testimony of his accuser, and servant. Find grace - Thy favour is more to me, than this gift; which, as a token of thy favour, I accept with all thankfulness. Of Saul - Either, The blood of Abner and Ishbosheth; which he imputes to David, as if they had been killed by David's contrivance: or, the death of Saul's seven sons, chap.21:8, which, though related after this, seems to have been done before.