David did not leave a man or woman alive to be brought to Gath, for he said, "Otherwise they will report us, saying, 'This is what David did.'" And this was David's custom the whole time he lived in Philistine territory. Context 11David did not leave a man or a woman alive to bring to Gath, saying, “Otherwise they will tell about us, saying, ‘So has David done and so has been his practice all the time he has lived in the country of the Philistines.’” 12So Achish believed David, saying, “He has surely made himself odious among his people Israel; therefore he will become my servant forever.” Links 1 Samuel 27:11 NIV1 Samuel 27:11 NLT 1 Samuel 27:11 ESV 1 Samuel 27:11 NASB 1 Samuel 27:11 KJV 1 Samuel 27:11 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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