1 Kings 1:2

New English Translation

His servants advised him, “A young virgin must be found for our master, the king, to take care of the king’s needs and serve as his nurse. She can also sleep with you and keep our master, the king, warm.”

Cross References

Genesis 16:5

Then Sarai said to Abram, “You have brought this wrong on me! I allowed my servant to have sexual relations with you, but when she realized that she was pregnant, she despised me. May the Lord judge between you and me!”

2 Samuel 12:3

But the poor man had nothing except for a little lamb he had acquired. He raised it, and it grew up alongside him and his children. It used to eat his food, drink from his cup, and sleep in his arms. It was just like a daughter to him.

1 Kings 1:1

King David was very old; even when they covered him with blankets, he could not get warm.

1 Kings 1:3

So they looked through all Israel for a beautiful young woman and found Abishag, a Shunammite, and brought her to the king.

2 Chronicles 29:11

My sons, do not be negligent now, for the Lord has chosen you to serve in his presence and offer sacrifices.”

Esther 2:2

The king’s servants who attended him said, “Let a search be conducted in the king’s behalf for attractive young women.

Ecclesiastes 4:11

Furthermore, if two lie down together, they can keep each other warm, but how can one person keep warm by himself?

Micah 7:5

Do not rely on a friend; do not trust a companion! Don’t even share secrets with the one who lies in your arms!

Deuteronomy 10:8

At that time the Lord set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the Lord’s covenant, to stand before the Lord to serve him, and to formulate blessings in his name, as they do to this very day.

Deuteronomy 13:6

Suppose your own full brother, your son, your daughter, your beloved wife, or your closest friend should seduce you secretly and encourage you to go and serve other gods that neither you nor your ancestors have previously known,