1 Samuel 23:9 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

And David knew that Saul secretly practised mischief against him; and he said to Abiathar the priest, Bring hither the ephod. Bring hither the ephod - It seems as if David himself, clothed with the ephod, had consulted the Lord; and 1 Samuel 23:10-12 contain the words of the consultation, and the Lord's answer. But see on 1 Samuel 23:2 (note).