1 Samuel 24:7

Conservative English Version

(SEE 24:6)

Cross References

2 Samuel 1:14

David said to him, "Why weren't you afraid to kill the LORD's chosen king? And you even told what you did. It's your own fault that you're going to die!" Then David told one of his soldiers, "Come here and kill this man!"

Psalm 7:4

I have not betrayed a friend or had pity on an enemy who attacks for no reason.

Matthew 5:44

But I tell you to love your enemies and pray for anyone who mistreats you.

1 Samuel 12:3

Let me ask this. Have I ever taken anyone's ox or donkey or forced you to give me anything? Have I ever hurt anyone or taken a bribe to give an unfair decision? Answer me so the LORD and his chosen king can hear you. And if I have done any of these things, I will give it all back.

1 Samuel 24:6

and he told his men, "Stop talking foolishly. We're not going to attack Saul. He's my king, and I pray that the LORD will keep me from doing anything to harm his chosen king." Saul left the cave and started down the road.

1 Samuel 24:8

Soon, David also got up and left the cave. "Your Majesty!" he shouted from a distance. Saul turned around to look. David bowed down very low

1 Samuel 25:33

And you should also be praised. Your good sense kept me from taking revenge and killing innocent people.

1 Samuel 26:23

The LORD put you in my power today, but you are his chosen king and I wouldn't harm you. The LORD rewards people who are faithful and live right.

1 Samuel 26:9

"Don't kill him!" David whispered back. "The LORD will punish anyone who kills his chosen king.