He paws in the valley and rejoices in his strength; he goes on to meet the armed men.
He mocks at fear and is not frightened, nor does he turn back from the sword.
which is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoices like a strong man to run its race.
The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory is from the Lord.
I listened and heard, but they did not speak what is right. No man repented of his wickedness, saying, “What have I done?” Everyone turned to his course, as the horse rushes into the battle.
Thus says the Lord: Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, and let not the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches;
Then horses’ hooves pounded, the galloping, galloping of his steeds.
When the Philistine looked and saw David, he despised him. For he was a youth and ruddy with a handsome appearance.