1 Samuel 27:12 · KJV

"And Achish believed David, saying, He hath made his people Israel utterly to abhor him; therefore he shall be my servant for ever."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁰And Achish said, Whither have ye made a road to day? And David said, Against the south of Judah, and against the south of the Jerahmeelites, and against the south of the Kenites.

¹¹And David saved neither man nor woman alive, to bring tidings to Gath, saying, Lest they should tell on us, saying, So did David, and so will be his manner all the while he dwelleth in the country of the Philistines.

¹²And Achish believed David, saying, He hath made his people Israel utterly to abhor him; therefore he shall be my servant for ever.

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Reflection Questions

How do you handle situations where trust is questioned?

What does it mean for you to be accepted by others?

When have you felt the need to prove your loyalty?

Life Application

trust

Consider how you build trust with those around you. Are there actions you can take to demonstrate your loyalty?

identity

Reflect on how others perceive you and how that impacts your sense of self.

People in This Verse

AchishOT

King of Gath who interacts with David during his flight from Saul. He is depicted as skeptical of David's behavior.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 21:10

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

Gath(Gath of the Philistines today)

Gath was one of the five major cities of the Philistines and is known as the home of Goliath. It was a significant location during the conflicts between Israel and the Philistines.

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