1 Samuel 24:17

New International Reader's Version

“You are a better person than I am,” he said. “You have treated me well. But I’ve treated you badly.

Cross References

Genesis 38:26

Judah recognized them. He said, “She’s a better person than I am. I should have given her to my son Shelah, but I didn’t.” Judah never slept with Tamar again.

Psalm 37:6

He will make the reward for your godly life shine like the dawn. He will make the proof of your honest life shine like the sun at noon.

Exodus 9:27

Then Pharaoh sent for Moses and Aaron. “This time I’ve sinned,” he said to them. “The Lord has done what is right. I and my people have done what is wrong.

Matthew 27:4

“I have sinned,” he said. “I handed over a man who is not guilty.” “What do we care?” they replied. “That’s your problem.”

Matthew 5:44

But here is what I tell you. Love your enemies. Pray for those who hurt you.

1 Samuel 26:17

Saul recognized David’s voice. He said, “My son David, is that your voice?” David replied, “Yes it is, King Saul, my master.”

1 Samuel 26:21

Then Saul said, “I have sinned. My son David, come back. Today you thought my life was very special. So I won’t try to harm you again. I’ve really acted like a foolish person. I’ve made a huge mistake.”