KJV ORIGINAL
And now this blessing which thine handmaid hath brought unto my lord, let it even be given unto the young men that follow my lord.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And now this gift that I, your servant, have brought to you, my lord, please give it to the young men who serve under you.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Abigail is humbly offering her gifts to David, asking him to share them with his soldiers as a gesture of peace and respect.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Abigail's diplomatic speech to David when she intercepted him to prevent him from attacking her foolish husband Nabal's household. She brought food and supplies as a peace offering after Nabal had insulted David and refused to help his men. Abigail was trying to calm David's anger and prevent bloodshed through her wise and humble approach.
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