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After that, David got up and came out of the cave. He called out to Saul, 'My lord the king!' When Saul turned around to look, David bowed down low with his face to the ground, showing deep respect.
David shows incredible respect and humility toward King Saul, even though Saul has been trying to kill him.
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King James Version · EnglishDavid also arose afterward, and went out of the cave, and cried after Saul, saying, My lord the king. And when Saul looked behind him, David stooped with his face to the earth, and bowed himself.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of 1 Samuel, King Saul was pursuing David out of jealousy because David had been anointed as the next king by the prophet Samuel, leading to a period of intense conflict and hiding for David and his men. When Saul entered a cave where David was hiding, David had the opportunity to kill him but chose restraint by only cutting a piece of Saul's robe. David's act of calling out and bowing to Saul demonstrated his respect for God's anointed leader, even as Saul sought his life.