1 Samuel 24:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And David said to Saul, Wherefore hearest thou men’s words, saying, Behold, David seeketh thy hurt?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And David said to Saul, 'Why do you listen to people who say that I'm trying to harm you?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

David is confronting Saul about listening to false accusations and asking why he believes people who claim David wants to hurt him.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs when David had the opportunity to kill King Saul in a cave but chose not to, then revealed himself to prove his loyalty. Saul had been pursuing David to kill him, influenced by advisors who falsely claimed David was plotting against the king. David is now defending himself against these malicious rumors that have turned Saul against him.

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