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1 Samuel 27:1 · KJV

"And David said in his heart, I shall now perish one day by the hand of Saul: there is nothing better for me than that I should speedily escape into the land of the Philistines; and Saul shall despair of me, to seek me any more in any coast of Israel: so shall I escape out of his hand."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1And David said in his heart, I shall now perish one day by the hand of Saul: there is nothing better for me than that I should speedily escape into the land of the Philistines; and Saul shall despair of me, to seek me any more in any coast of Israel: so shall I escape out of his hand.
2And David arose, and he passed over with the six hundred men that were with him unto Achish, the son of Maoch, king of Gath.
3And David dwelt with Achish at Gath, he and his men, every man with his household, even David with his two wives, Ahinoam the Jezreelitess, and Abigail the Carmelitess, Nabal's wife.

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Reflection Questions

1

What fears do you have that lead you to seek refuge in unhealthy places?

2

How does it feel to take drastic steps for your safety?

3

When have you felt the need to escape from a challenging situation?

Life Application

faith

Evaluate where you seek refuge during difficult times. Turn to God rather than worldly solutions.

decisions

Consider the long-term consequences of your decisions when faced with fear or uncertainty.

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

Philistines(Gaza Strip today)

A group of ancient peoples known for their conflict with Israel. David sought refuge here during his flight from Saul.

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