1 Samuel 29:7 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Wherefore now return, and go in peace, that thou displease not the lords of the Philistines.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So now go back home and leave peacefully, so that you don't upset the Philistine rulers.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is showing how Achish is diplomatically telling David to leave so he won't anger the other Philistine leaders who don't trust him.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical narrative, David had fled from King Saul and was living among the Philistines, serving under King Achish as a way to escape his pursuers. As the Philistines prepared for battle against Israel, their lords became suspicious of David, fearing he might switch sides and fight for his own people. Achish, out of respect for the lords' concerns, advised David to return home peacefully to avoid causing any offense or disruption.

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