Matthew Poole Commentary - 1 Samuel 15:15 - 15:15

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Matthew Poole Commentary - 1 Samuel 15:15 - 15:15


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They, i.e. the people. Thus, after the manner of all hypocrites, he excuseth himself, and lays the blame upon the people; whereas they could not do it without his privity and consent; and he should have used his power and authority to overrule them for God’s sake, as he had done formerly for his own sake. But the truth is, he was zealous for his own honour and interest, but lukewarm where God only was concerned.



To sacrifice unto the Lord: it is not likely that this was his and the people’s design; but this he now pretends, and ascribes that to his piety, which was indeed the effect of his impiety and avarice.



Thy God, whom thou lovest and servest, and therefore must needs be pleased with our pious respect to him and his service.