KJV ORIGINAL
So they sought for a fair damsel throughout all the coasts of Israel, and found Abishag a Shunammite, and brought her to the king.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
So they searched throughout all the territory of Israel for a beautiful young woman, and they found Abishag from Shunem, and brought her to the king.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing how King David's servants found a young woman named Abishag to care for the aging king in his final days.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place near the end of King David's life when he was old and frail, unable to stay warm even under blankets. According to ancient Near Eastern custom, a young virgin would be brought to lie beside an elderly king to provide warmth and care, though this was not a sexual relationship. Abishag the Shunammite became David's caregiver during his final illness.
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