1 Samuel 17:38

New American Bible - revised edition

Then Saul dressed David in his own tunic, putting a bronze helmet on his head and arming him with a coat of mail.

Cross References

Jeremiah 46:4

Harness the horses, charioteers, mount up! Fall in, with helmets on; polish your spears, put on your armor.

1 Samuel 17:37

David continued: “The same Lord who delivered me from the claws of the lion and the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine.” Saul answered David, “Go! the Lord will be with you.” Preparation for the Encounter.

1 Samuel 17:39

David also fastened Saul’s sword over the tunic. He walked with difficulty, however, since he had never worn armor before. He said to Saul, “I cannot go in these, because I am not used to them.” So he took them off.

1 Samuel 18:4

Jonathan took off the cloak he was wearing and handed it over to David, along with his military dress, even his sword, bow, and belt.