And when David was a little past the top of the hill, behold, Ziba the servant of Mephibosheth met him, with a couple of asses saddled, and upon them two hundred loaves of bread, and an hundred bunches of raisins, and an hundred of summer fruits, and a bottle of wine.
When David had gone a little way past the top of the hill, Ziba, who was Mephibosheth's servant, came to meet him. Ziba had two donkeys loaded with supplies: two hundred loaves of bread, a hundred clusters of raisins, a hundred pieces of summer fruit, and a container of wine.
David encounters Ziba, who brings him generous supplies of food and drink during his time of need while fleeing from his son Absalom.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, David is fleeing from Jerusalem due to his son Absalom's rebellion, which has turned many against him and forced him into exile. As David reaches the top of the Mount of Olives, he encounters Ziba, the servant of Mephibosheth, who brings him provisions like food and donkeys, possibly as an act of loyalty during this chaotic time. This event highlights the complex web of alliances and betrayals in ancient Israel's monarchy.
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