Now a certain man of the servants of Saul was there that day, detained before the LORD; and his name was Doeg, an Edomite, the chiefest of the herdmen that belonged to Saul.
Now one of Saul's servants happened to be there that day, kept at the sanctuary before the LORD. His name was Doeg, an Edomite who was the head of Saul's shepherds.
This verse introduces Doeg, a foreign servant of King Saul who was at the holy place when David arrived seeking help from the priest.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Samuel, this verse takes place during David’s flight from King Saul, who was pursuing him out of jealousy and fear of losing his throne. Doeg, an Edomite and chief herdsman in Saul’s service, is described as being detained at the sanctuary in Nob, possibly for religious obligations or vows. His presence there foreshadows his role in later events, where he informs Saul about David’s actions, leading to tragic consequences for the priests.
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