1 Samuel 26:9

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

But David said to Abishai, “Don’t kill Saul! Anyone who hurts the Lord’s chosen king must be punished.

Cross References

2 Samuel 1:14

David said to the young soldier, “Why were you not afraid to kill the Lord’s chosen king?”

Psalm 105:15

He said, “Don’t hurt my chosen people. Don’t harm my prophets.”

1 Samuel 10:1

Samuel took a jar of the special oil and poured the oil on Saul’s head. Samuel kissed Saul and said, “The Lord has anointed you to be the leader over the people who belong to him. You will control the people. You will save them from the enemies that are all around them. He has anointed you to be ruler over his people. Here is a sign that will prove this is true:

1 Samuel 26:8

Abishai said to David, “Today God has given your enemy to you. Let me pin Saul to the ground with his spear. I’ll only do it once!”

Psalm 7:4

I have done nothing to hurt a friend or to help his enemies.

1 Samuel 12:3

Here I am. If I have done anything wrong, you must tell these things to the Lord and his chosen king. Did I steal anyone’s ox or donkey? Did I hurt or cheat anyone? Did I ever take money, or even a pair of sandals, to do something wrong? If I did any of these things, I will make it right.”

2 Samuel 19:22

David said, “What should I do with you, sons of Zeruiah? Are you trying to cause me trouble? No one will be put to death in Israel today! Today I know that I am king over Israel.”

Psalm 17:4

Unlike most people, I have obeyed your commands, so I have never been like those who are cruel and evil.

Psalm 57:1

God, be merciful to me. Be kind because my soul trusts in you. I have come to you for protection, while the trouble passes.