1 Samuel 24:18 Meaning
And thou hast shewed this day how that thou hast dealt well with me: forasmuch as when the LORD had delivered me into thine hand, thou killedst me not.
Context Explained
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.
18And thou hast shewed this day how that thou hast dealt well with me: forasmuch as when the LORD had delivered me into thine hand, thou killedst me not.
19For if a man find his enemy, will he let him go well away? wherefore the LORD reward thee good for that thou hast done unto me this day.
20And now, behold, I know well that thou shalt surely be king, and that the kingdom of Israel shall be established in thine hand.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Luke 6:35
Loving one's enemies connects with David's recognition of Saul's kindness.
Matthew 5:44
Praying for those who persecute you resonates with David's experience.
Ephesians 2:7
The grace shown in David's encounter with Saul reflects the grace of God in Christ.
Source: 1 Samuel 24:18