1 Samuel 23:28 Meaning
Wherefore Saul returned from pursuing after David, and went against the Philistines: therefore they called that place Selahammahlekoth.
Context Explained
26And Saul went on this side of the mountain, and David and his men on that side of the mountain: and David made haste to get away for fear of Saul; for Saul and his men compassed David and his men round about to take them.
27But there came a messenger unto Saul, saying, Haste thee, and come; for the Philistines have invaded the land.
28Wherefore Saul returned from pursuing after David, and went against the Philistines: therefore they called that place Selahammahlekoth.
29And David went up from thence, and dwelt in strong holds at En-gedi.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Psalm 18:3
David's deliverance from enemies is a recurring theme in his psalms.
Romans 8:31
The assurance of God being for us in times of conflict is echoed in Paul's writings.
2 Corinthians 1:10
The theme of God delivering from peril is reflected in Paul's experiences.
Source: 1 Samuel 23:28