Then Saul said to David, Blessed be thou, my son David: thou shalt both do great things, and also shalt still prevail. So David went on his way, and Saul returned to his place.
Then Saul said to David, 'May you be blessed, my son David. You will accomplish great things and will succeed in everything you do.' So David went on his way, and Saul returned to his home.
Saul blesses David and acknowledges that he will be successful, then they part ways peacefully.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs after David spared Saul's life for the second time, sneaking into Saul's camp and taking his spear and water jug while he slept. When David confronted Saul from a distance, showing he could have killed him but chose mercy instead, Saul was moved to repentance and acknowledged David's righteousness. This represents a temporary moment of reconciliation between the jealous king and his former armor-bearer who was destined to replace him.
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