And I went out after him, and smote him, and delivered it out of his mouth: and when he arose against me, I caught him by his beard, and smote him, and slew him.
I went after the lion and attacked it, and rescued the lamb from its mouth. When the lion turned to attack me, I grabbed it by its fur and struck it down and killed it.
David is telling King Saul about how he killed a lion that attacked his sheep, showing his courage and God's protection even before facing Goliath.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of David's response to King Saul's doubts about his ability to fight the giant Goliath. As a young shepherd, David had to protect his father's flocks from dangerous predators like lions and bears in the wilderness areas around Bethlehem. These experiences prepared him for the greater challenge ahead and demonstrated God's faithfulness in smaller battles before the famous confrontation with Goliath.
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