1 Samuel 25:23 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And when Abigail saw David, she hasted, and lighted off the ass, and fell before David on her face, and bowed herself to the ground,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

When Abigail saw David, she quickly got down from her donkey, fell face down before David, and bowed low to the ground.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows Abigail showing deep respect and humility to David by dismounting her donkey and bowing down before him.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs during David's time as a fugitive from King Saul, when he was living in the wilderness with his band of men. Abigail was the wife of Nabal, a wealthy but foolish man who had insulted David and refused to provide food for his men. She was rushing to intercede and prevent David from taking revenge on her household.

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