KJV ORIGINAL
It came even to pass on the third day, that, behold, a man came out of the camp from Saul with his clothes rent, and earth upon his head: and so it was, when he came to David, that he fell to the earth, and did obeisance.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
On the third day, a man came from Saul's camp with his clothes torn and dirt on his head. When he reached David, he fell to the ground and bowed down before him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
A messenger arrives from King Saul's battlefield, showing signs of mourning and grief, and respectfully bows before David.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs after the battle of Mount Gilboa where Saul and his sons died fighting the Philistines. The man's torn clothes and dirt on his head were traditional signs of mourning and distress in ancient Hebrew culture. David was in Ziklag at this time, having been dismissed from the Philistine army before the battle.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save