1 Samuel 25:40

New American Bible - revised edition

When David’s servants came to Abigail in Carmel, they said to her, “David has sent us to make his proposal of marriage to you.”

Cross References

Genesis 24:51

Here is Rebekah, right in front of you; take her and go, that she may become the wife of your master’s son, as the Lord has said.”

Proverbs 11:16

A gracious woman gains esteem, and ruthless men gain wealth.

1 Samuel 25:39

Hearing that Nabal was dead, David said: “Blessed be the Lord, who has defended my cause against the insult from Nabal, and who restrained his servant from doing evil, but has repaid Nabal for his evil deeds.” David Marries Abigail and Ahinoam. David then sent a proposal of marriage to Abigail.

1 Samuel 25:41

Rising and bowing to the ground, she answered, “Let your maidservant be the slave who washes the feet of my lord’s servants.”