1 Samuel 23:10

Contemporary English Version 1995

David prayed, “Lord God of Israel, I was told that Saul is planning to come here. What should I do? Suppose he threatens to destroy the town because of me.

Cross References

Proverbs 28:15

A ruler who mistreats the poor is like a roaring lion or a bear hunting for food.

Esther 3:6

And when he found out that Mordecai was a Jew, he knew that killing only Mordecai was not enough. Every Jew in the whole kingdom had to be killed.

1 Samuel 22:19

Then he attacked the town of Nob, where the priests had lived, and he killed everyone there—men, women, children, and babies. He even killed their cattle, donkeys, and sheep.

Genesis 18:24

Wouldn't you spare the city if there are only 50 good people in it?

1 Samuel 23:9

David heard about Saul's plan to capture him, and he told Abiathar, “Let's ask God what we should do.”

1 Samuel 23:11

Would the leaders of Keilah turn me over to Saul? Or is he really coming? Please tell me, Lord.” “Yes, he will come,” the Lord answered.