And acertain man drew a bow Render, But a certain man had drawn a bow. God had already brought about that which the Syrians were labouring to perform.

at a venture Better, as mg., in his simplicity, i.e. without knowing that he was aiming at Ahab. Cp. 2 Samuel 15:11.

between the joints of the harness Probably between the breastplate (or coat of mail) and the appendages to it; the wound would be in the lower part of the body.

that thou mayest carry me R.V. and carry me (so 1 Kin.).

wounded R.V. sore wounded (so 1 Kin., R.V.).

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