KJV ORIGINAL
And David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and the LORD was with him.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
David acted wisely in everything he did, and the LORD was with him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows that David succeeded because he made wise choices and God was guiding and blessing him.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Samuel, David had recently been anointed as the future king of Israel and was serving in King Saul's court after his famous victory over Goliath. His wise behavior in all his ways reflected his dependence on God, which contributed to his success amid the political tensions of ancient Israel around 1000 BC. This verse occurs during a time when David's popularity was growing, leading to jealousy from Saul and setting the stage for future conflicts.
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