How he went into the house of God, and did take and eat the shewbread, and gave also to them that were with him; which it is not lawful to eat but for the priests alone?
He walked right into God's house and grabbed the sacred bread that was only supposed to be for the priests, and not only did he eat it, but he shared it with his crew too.
Sometimes doing what's right for people matters more than following every single rule.
📚 Historical Context
In the Old Testament, King David was fleeing from King Saul and needed food for himself and his men during a time of desperation. He entered the tabernacle, took the showbread that was consecrated and reserved only for the priests, and ate it along with his companions, which was technically against the law. This historical event is referenced by Jesus in the New Testament to illustrate how God's priorities can supersede strict religious rules in cases of human need.
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