And one of the sons of Ahimelech the son of Ahitub, named Abiathar, escaped, and fled after David.
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
Escaped. He had perhaps remained at Nobe, to do duty. (Menochius)
God was pleased to reserve him, (Calmet) to convey the sacred ornaments of the high priest to David. (Haydock)
St. Bachiarius looks upon the slaughtered priests as martyrs. (Tirinus)