1 Samuel 23:2 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Therefore David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? And the LORD said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So David asked the LORD, 'Should I go and attack these Philistines?' And the LORD answered David, 'Go and attack the Philistines, and rescue Keilah.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

David is seeking God's guidance before making a military decision, and God clearly tells him to go fight the Philistines to save the city of Keilah.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs during David's time as a fugitive from King Saul, when the Philistines were attacking the Israelite city of Keilah and stealing their grain harvest. David had gathered a band of followers and was living in the wilderness, but he still felt responsible to help his fellow Israelites when they were in danger.

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