And David’s men said unto him, Behold, we be afraid here in Judah: how much more then if we come to Keilah against the armies of the Philistines?
David's men said to him, 'Look, we're already afraid here in Judah. How much more scared will we be if we go to Keilah to fight against the Philistine armies?'
David's men are expressing their fear about going into battle, pointing out that if they're already scared where they are, they'll be even more terrified fighting the Philistines at Keilah.
📚 Historical Context
At this point in the biblical narrative, David was a fugitive from King Saul, leading a band of men in the region of Judah while facing constant threats. When David learned that the Philistines were raiding the city of Keilah, he consulted God about intervening, but his men voiced their fears about the risks involved. This scene highlights the pressures of living as outcasts in a time of political turmoil and enemy invasions in ancient Israel.
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