1 Samuel 26:9

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

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

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!”

2 Samuel 19:22

David said, “Abishai, whatever will I do with you and your brother Joab? Is it your job to tell me who has done wrong? I've been made king of all Israel today, and no one will be put to death!”

Psalm 105:15

and telling them, “Don't touch my chosen leaders or harm my prophets!”

Psalm 17:4

I don't do like others. I obey your teachings and am not cruel.

Psalm 57:1

God Most High, have pity on me! Have mercy. I run to you for safety. In the shadow of your wings, I seek protection till danger dies down.

Psalm 7:4

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

1 Samuel 10:1

Samuel took a small jar of olive oil and poured it on Saul's head. Then he kissed Saul and told him: The LORD has chosen you to be the leader and ruler of his people.

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 26:8

Abishai whispered, “This time God has let you get your hands on your enemy! I'll pin him to the ground with one thrust of his own spear.”