1 Samuel 24:15 Meaning
The LORD therefore be judge, and judge between me and thee, and see, and plead my cause, and deliver me out of thine hand.
Context Explained
13As saith the proverb of the ancients, Wickedness proceedeth from the wicked: but mine hand shall not be upon thee.
14After whom is the king of Israel come out? after whom dost thou pursue? after a dead dog, after a flea.
15The LORD therefore be judge, and judge between me and thee, and see, and plead my cause, and deliver me out of thine hand.
16And it came to pass, when David had made an end of speaking these words unto Saul, that Saul said, Is this thy voice, my son David? And Saul lifted up his voice, and wept.
17And he said to David, Thou art more righteous than I: for thou hast rewarded me good, whereas I have rewarded thee evil.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Psalm 7:8
David's plea for judgment is echoed in his psalms.
Romans 12:19
The call for God to be the judge connects with David's plea.
1 Peter 2:23
Jesus' example of entrusting Himself to God parallels David's appeal for justice.
Source: 1 Samuel 24:15