KJV ORIGINAL
And the time that David dwelt in the country of the Philistines was a full year and four months.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
David lived in Philistine territory for a full year and four months.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records the specific amount of time David spent living among Israel's enemies, the Philistines.
📚 Historical Context
David was fleeing from King Saul, who was trying to kill him out of jealousy and fear. During this period of exile, David had taken refuge with Achish, king of Gath, one of the major Philistine cities. The Philistines were Israel's traditional enemies, making David's stay there both ironic and strategically complex.
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