1 Samuel 25:40

New Century Version

His servants went to Carmel and said to Abigail, “David sent us to take you so you can become his wife.”

Cross References

Genesis 24:51

Rebekah is yours. Take her and go. Let her marry your master’s son as the Lord has commanded.”

Proverbs 11:16

A kind woman gets respect, but cruel men get only wealth.

1 Samuel 25:39

When David heard that Nabal was dead, he said, “Praise the Lord! Nabal insulted me, but the Lord has supported me! He has kept me from doing wrong. The Lord has punished Nabal for his wrong.” Then David sent a message to Abigail, asking her to be his wife.

1 Samuel 25:41

Abigail bowed facedown on the ground and said, “I am your servant. I’m ready to serve you and to wash the feet of my master’s servants.”