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1 Chronicles 10:4 Β· KJV

"Then said Saul to his armourbearer, Draw thy sword, and thrust me through therewith; lest these uncircumcised come and abuse me. But his armourbearer would not; for he was sore afraid. So Saul took a sword, and fell upon it."

King James Version

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Passage Context

2And the Philistines followed hard after Saul, and after his sons; and the Philistines slew Jonathan, and Abinadab, and Malchi-shua, the sons of Saul.
3And the battle went sore against Saul, and the archers hit him, and he was wounded of the archers.
4Then said Saul to his armourbearer, Draw thy sword, and thrust me through therewith; lest these uncircumcised come and abuse me. But his armourbearer would not; for he was sore afraid. So Saul took a sword, and fell upon it.
5And when his armourbearer saw that Saul was dead, he fell likewise on the sword, and died.
6So Saul died, and his three sons, and all his house died together.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you handle feelings of despair?

2

What does seeking help look like for you?

3

When have you faced a situation where you felt you had no options?

Life Application

mental health

Recognize the importance of seeking help when feeling overwhelmed. Talk to someone you trust about your struggles.

courage

Think about how you can face your fears rather than avoid them. What steps can you take to confront difficult situations?

People in This Verse

Armor-bearerOT

Saul's loyal servant who was tasked with carrying his armor and weapons. He faced a moral dilemma in the face of Saul's request.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 14:1

SaulOT

Saul was the first king of Israel, chosen by God but later rejected for disobedience. His life serves as a cautionary tale about pride and the consequences of turning away from God.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 9:1

Places in This Verse

Philistine territory

A region inhabited by the Philistines, often in conflict with Israel. It was known for its strong military presence.

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