But the men were very good unto us, and we were not hurt, neither missed we any thing, as long as we were conversant with them, when we were in the fields:
But David's men were very kind to us, and they never harmed us or took anything from us the whole time we were around them in the fields.
This verse shows how David's men protected and respected the shepherds they encountered, treating them with kindness rather than taking advantage of them.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Samuel 25, David and his men were living as fugitives in the wilderness while fleeing from King Saul, and they had been protecting the flocks and shepherds of a wealthy man named Nabal in the fields near Carmel. Nabal's servants are speaking to his wife, Abigail, describing how David's men treated them with kindness and ensured they suffered no harm or loss during their time together. This context underscores the cultural norms of hospitality and protection in ancient Israel, setting the stage for the conflict that arises from Nabal's ungrateful response.
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