1 Samuel 25:16 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

They were a wall unto us both by night and day, all the while we were with them keeping the sheep.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They protected us like a wall, both during the night and during the day, the entire time we were with them watching the sheep.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is describing how David's men provided complete protection and security for Nabal's shepherds while they worked.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of a message from Nabal's servants to their master, describing how David's men had protected their shepherds in the wilderness. During this time, David was hiding from King Saul and his band of men survived by providing protection services to local farmers and shepherds in exchange for food and supplies. The wilderness was dangerous, with wild animals and raiders threatening livestock and workers.

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