1 Samuel 27:11
He did not bring a single man or woman back to Gath alive. He thought, they could tell Achish what I really did. This was his practice as long as he lived in Philistine territory.
1 Samuel 22:22
David told Abiathar: I knew that day when Doeg from Edom was there that he would be certain to tell Saul. I am the one responsible for all the lives of your family.
Proverbs 12:19
The lip of truth will be established forever. A lying tongue is only for a moment.
Proverbs 29:25
Fear of man brings a snare (trap). He who trusts in Jehovah will be safe.
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Summary
And David saved neither man nor woman alive, to bring tidings to Gath, saying, Lest they should tell on us, saying, So did David, and so will be his manner all the while he dwelleth in the country of the Philistines.
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1 Samuel 22:22
David told Abiathar: I knew that day when Doeg from Edom was there that he would be certain to tell Saul. I am the one responsible for all the lives of your family.
Proverbs 12:19
The lip of truth will be established forever. A lying tongue is only for a moment.
Proverbs 29:25
Fear of man brings a snare (trap). He who trusts in Jehovah will be safe.