KJV ORIGINAL
And David sent messengers unto the men of Jabeshgilead, and said unto them, Blessed be ye of the LORD, that ye have shewed this kindness unto your lord, even unto Saul, and have buried him.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
David sent messengers to the men of Jabesh-gilead and told them, 'May the LORD bless you for showing this kindness to your lord Saul by giving him a proper burial.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
David is blessing and thanking the people who honored Saul with a respectful burial, even though Saul had been David's enemy.
📚 Historical Context
After Saul's death in battle, the men of Jabesh-gilead courageously retrieved his body and those of his sons from the Philistines and gave them proper burials. This was particularly meaningful because Saul had earlier saved their city from destruction. David, despite years of conflict with Saul, recognized and honored this act of loyalty and respect.
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