1 Samuel 17:32 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And David said to Saul, Let no man’s heart fail because of him; thy servant will go and fight with this Philistine.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

David said to Saul, 'Don't let anyone lose courage because of this giant. I, your servant, will go and fight this Philistine.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

David is boldly volunteering to fight the giant Goliath when all the other soldiers are too afraid to face him.

📚 Historical Context

This takes place during the famous confrontation between the Israelite army and the Philistines, where the giant warrior Goliath had been challenging Israel's army daily for forty days. No Israelite soldier, including King Saul, was brave enough to accept the challenge until young David arrived to bring food to his brothers who were serving in the army.

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