Abiathar told David that Saul had killed the priests of the Lord.
However, one of the sons of Ahimelech son of Ahitub escaped. His name was Abiathar, and he fled to David.
Then David said to Abiathar, ‘I knew that Doeg the Edomite was there that day and that he was sure to report to Saul. I myself am responsible for the lives of everyone in your father’s family.
Any man from your family I do not cut off from my altar will bring grief and sadness to you. All your descendants will die violently. ,