1 Samuel 21:3 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Now therefore what is under thine hand? give me five loaves of bread in mine hand, or what there is present.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So now, what do you have available? Give me five loaves of bread, or whatever food you have on hand.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

David is asking the priest for food - any bread or whatever provisions are available to help him in his time of need.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical narrative, David is fleeing for his life from King Saul, who views him as a threat to his throne after David defeated Goliath and gained popularity. He arrives at the town of Nob and meets Ahimelech the priest, pretending to be on a secret mission from Saul to avoid suspicion. David asks for food, specifically five loaves of bread or whatever is available, as he and his men are in urgent need during this time of persecution.

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