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1 Samuel 25:5 · KJV

"And David sent out ten young men, and David said unto the young men, Get you up to Carmel, and go to Nabal, and greet him in my name:"

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Passage Context

3Now the name of the man was Nabal; and the name of his wife Abigail: and she was a woman of good understanding, and of a beautiful countenance: but the man was churlish and evil in his doings; and he was of the house of Caleb.
4And David heard in the wilderness that Nabal did shear his sheep.
5And David sent out ten young men, and David said unto the young men, Get you up to Carmel, and go to Nabal, and greet him in my name:
6And thus shall ye say to him that liveth in prosperity, Peace be both to thee, and peace be to thine house, and peace be unto all that thou hast.
7And now I have heard that thou hast shearers: now thy shepherds which were with us, we hurt them not, neither was there ought missing unto them, all the while they were in Carmel.

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Reflection Questions

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How do you approach difficult conversations?

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What does it mean for you to ask for help?

3

When have you had to rely on others for support?

Life Application

communication

Practice clear and respectful communication in your relationships.

leadership

Seek to build alliances and support through diplomacy.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

Places in This Verse

Carmel(Mount Carmel today)

A mountain range in northern Israel, known for its fertile land and agricultural significance. It was a center of sheep farming during biblical times.

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