And David spake to the men that stood by him, saying, What shall be done to the man that killeth this Philistine, and taketh away the reproach from Israel? for who is this uncircumcised Philistine, that he should defy the armies of the living God?
David spoke to the men standing near him, asking, 'What will be given to the man who kills this Philistine and removes this shame from Israel? Who does this pagan Philistine think he is, that he should mock the armies of the living God?'
David is outraged that a pagan warrior is mocking God's people and wants to know what reward awaits whoever defeats him.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place during the famous confrontation between the Israelites and Philistines, where the giant warrior Goliath had been challenging Israel's army daily for forty days. David, still a young shepherd, had come to bring food to his brothers serving in King Saul's army and was shocked to find the entire army cowering in fear.
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