After whom is the king of Israel come out? after whom do you pursue? after a dead dog, after a flea.
All Commentaries on 1 Samuel 24:14 Go To 1 Samuel 24
George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
Thee: the tree is known by its fruit. If therefore I have behaved in this manner, no longer trust the reports of others against me. (Calmet)
The wicked, if left to themselves, will be their own tormentors. He may thus indirectly threaten Saul, as iniquity is often put for punishment. (Menochius)
The wicked shall at last open their eyes, and be reclaimed. (Rabbins ap. Munster.)
David entertained hopes that even Saul would now be convinced of his innocence. (Haydock)